Quality Control Technician
About The Position
The Quality Control Technician ensures products meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements in an AS9100 manufacturing environment. The role includes detailed inspection of cable and wire harness assemblies, interpreting drawings and specifications, and owning quality documentation, including AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs). The position supports aerospace and defense applications where precision, compliance, and traceability are essential, and contributes to a “do it right the first time” culture. The technician works with physical products and documentation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. They collaborate with production, engineering, and purchasing to clarify requirements and resolve quality issues, support audits and corrective actions, and help improve inspection processes, documentation accuracy, workflows, and quality systems.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 3 years of quality control or inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Hands-on experience completing AS9100 FAIRs.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under time constraints.
- Strong understanding of inspection techniques and quality standards.
- Ability to balance speed and accuracy in a production environment.
- Solid problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
- Clear communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
- Comfort working with physical products and detailed documentation.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in cable or wire harness manufacturing.
- Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 and/or J-STD-001 standards.
- Experience working in an AS9100-certified environment.
- Experience with Net-Inspect or similar customer compliance systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quality documentation systems.
Responsibilities
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections on cable and wire harness assemblies.
- Verify compliance with customer drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
- Use precision measurement tools, such as calipers and micrometers, to validate product requirements.
- Identify and document non-conforming materials and products.
- Create, review, and maintain AS9100 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation in internal systems and customer portals, such as Net-Inspect.
- Maintain traceability and records in accordance with AS9100 standards.
- Support internal and external audits, including customer audits.
- Partner with production, engineering, and purchasing to clarify requirements and resolve quality issues.
- Communicate discrepancies, risks, and corrective actions clearly and promptly.
- Support root cause investigations and corrective action efforts.
- Identify opportunities to improve inspection processes, documentation accuracy, and workflow efficiency.
- Assist in strengthening quality systems and standard work practices.
- Promote accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
