Quality Inspector - Cable & Wire Harnesses - Level 2

About the role

You will be part of a global inspection team assuring the quality of components and assemblies that a global aerospace leader is sourcing from one or more suppliers in the Southern California Region. This is an ongoing full-time assignment representing the client’s quality interests at suppliers. You will be deployed through SQA’s operations center based on client needs and each supplier’s production schedule.

Before deployment, you will undergo training, including a remote classroom session, Gage R&R training and testing, and three shadow inspections with an existing inspector on the team. The final day of training is a shadow inspection with the client.

Responsibilities

• Perform first-article, in-process, and final cable wire harness inspections at the client's supplier(s) in the greater OC/LA area
• Verify that products meet quality requirements and specifications
• Verify safety wire has been applied in a negative pull orientation, the correct number of turns, and pigtails are tucked in according to specification requirements
• Verify shipping documentation is legible and includes correct identification (part number, serial number), configuration change letter, Purchase order line item/quantity/change letter, shipping destination, etc.
• Verify documentation packages to industry/commodity-specific standards and classify defect types
• Read and interpret standard manufacturing drawings based on industry and commodity standards
• Identify and record non-conformances found at the inspection
• Check work periodically and upon completion for accuracy
• Work productively and efficiently so the production schedules of the company are met
• Assure that all assembly equipment is properly maintained, and work area is neat and organized
• Document Certificate of Conformance (COC)
• Identify electronic wiring and harnessing components

Requirements

• Knowledge of cable and harness assembly methods
• Knowledge of IPC-A-620 Standards. IPC-A-620 certification is a plus
• Minimum: Three (3) years of experience as a Cable and Harness Inspector/Assembler with increased responsibilities in an electronic contract manufacturing organization, electronic high tech, or related industry with equivalent experience
• Preferred: Five (5) years of experience as a Cable and Harness Inspector/Assembler with increased responsibilities and two (2) years' experience as a Cable and Harness Inspector in an electronic contract manufacturing organization, electronic high-tech, or related industry with equivalent experience
• Diploma or GED from an accredited high school or technical school
• College degree in engineering or other related area preferred
• Knowledge of electronic contract manufacturing best practices. LEAN manufacturing knowledge a plus
• Able to read electronic schematics and assembly drawings
• Strong organizational skills along with excellent oral and written communication ability
• Able to speak, read, write, and understand English as it relates to performing job requirements
• US Citizenship is required due to the nature of the products; background checks are required

Skills

• Ability to use technology and adapt to new software

Pay

Portal to portal rate for any travel time. Mileage reimbursement at US government rate (untaxed).