Quality Control Inspector

Trexon•Braintree, MA

3d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Inspector works in the Quality Control Department at The First Electronics Corporation (FEC), a manufacturer of custom cable assemblies, harnesses, and electro-mechanical assemblies, including products for military applications and harsh environments. The role inspects cable and wire products to ensure they meet quality standards, specifications, and regulations through visual inspection and dimensional measurement. The inspector reads and interprets blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications, documents inspection results, and communicates quality issues to internal teams. The position calls for a respectful, detail-oriented team player who is self-motivated, results-driven, flexible, and able to solve problems with sound judgment. It is an in-person, full-time role with an 8-hour day shift, Monday through Friday, and overtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in quality control; cable and wire manufacturing experience is preferred.
Experience with visual inspection and dimensional measurement.
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office and Adobe.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication skills.
Computer proficiency, including comfort with Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel.
Must be a U.S. person under ITAR: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly sitting, standing approximately 85% of the time, crouching, stooping, walking, talking, hearing, handling or feeling assemblies, and reaching for materials and tools; occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds; and close-range vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.

Nice To Haves

Blueprint reading: 1 year (preferred).
Quality control: 2 years (preferred).
Military experience; military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.
Experience in the cable and wire manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

Inspect materials, components, and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards.
Visually inspect cable and wire products to identify defects.
Measure product dimensions to verify they meet specifications.
Document the results of inspections and tests.
Detect and report unusual or non-conforming documentation, materials, conditions, or products to the Quality Manager.
Coordinate with internal personnel and departments to communicate and resolve quality issues.
Create, update, compile, save, and maintain documentation in the internal database.
Assist with continuous improvement efforts when required.
Comply with company policies and the quality management system.
Maintain and create a clean, uncluttered work environment by following the 5S steps: sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain.
Perform additional responsibilities as applicable per the Quality Manager.