Telecom Integration Quality Auditor

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Auditor is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, quality, and compliance of integration builds prior to shipment and deployment. This role serves as a critical control point in the production process by identifying defects, validating adherence to engineering and customer requirements, and driving early detection of issues that could result in rework, overruns, or customer dissatisfaction.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform audits (on-site and virtual) of integration builds to verify compliance with engineering drawings, customer specifications, and internal quality standards
• Conduct first article inspections and validate new assemblies to ensure accuracy prior to full production
• Perform physical inspections of finished goods, including UVN and Hut/Infrastructure builds, to confirm installation integrity and readiness for deployment
• Identify defects, non-conformances, and risks prior to shipment to prevent downstream rework and customer impact
• Review assembly drawings, process flows, and control plans to ensure alignment with quality standards and operational execution
• Initiate corrective action requests (CARs) to address root causes
• Partner with Operations and Engineering to implement process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and consistency
• Support continuous improvement efforts aimed at reducing defects, rework, and material waste
• Track and document audit findings, defect trends, and recurring issues
• Escalate systemic quality concerns that impact cost, delivery, or customer satisfaction
• Provide clear, actionable feedback to stakeholders to support resolution and prevent recurrence
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Materials, Purchasing, and Suppliers to ensure consistent application of quality standards
• Serve as a quality resource to operations while maintaining independent audit integrity
• Support quality-related initiatives and special projects as needed
• Leverage available tools and technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, where appropriate to improve efficiency and streamline work

Managerial Responsibility

This role has no direct reports.

Travel/Shift Requirements

Minimal travel (less than 15%)

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Ability to work in warehouse, manufacturing, and field environments, including ladders and confined spaces
• Exposure to operational conditions including electrical components and ESD-sensitive equipment
• Repetitive use of hands and arms for inspection and documentation activities

Skills And Abilities Required

• Working knowledge of telecommunications quality standards (e.g., TL9000, AT&T TP standards) and applicable building codes
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and assembly instructions
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and recommend solutions
• Effective communication skills with the ability to deliver feedback constructively and influence outcomes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education And Experience Required

• A high school diploma required
• An associate degree preferred
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in telecommunications, manufacturing, or quality assurance
• Experience working in cross-functional environments with production and operational teams