Quality Control Technician: Cable
About The Position
The Quality Control Technician: Cable ensures cable products meet quality standards before reaching customers. The role involves inspecting and testing cable assemblies and components for defects or deviations from specifications, working with production teams on corrective actions and process improvements, and maintaining accurate documentation and quality metrics. The technician supports continuous improvement and compliance with industry regulations, helping ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of cable products. Cable technicians stand for the entire shift and spend the day cleaning, rewrapping, testing, and reshelving cables, some weighing up to 60 pounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in quality control or inspection within a manufacturing environment, preferably related to cable or wire products.
- Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical testing methods.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or technical certification in quality assurance, electronics, or a related field.
- Familiarity with industry standards such as IPC/WHMA-A-620 or equivalent cable assembly standards.
- Experience using quality management software and data entry systems.
- Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
- Ability to use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and multimeters.
Responsibilities
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections of cable products to verify conformance to engineering drawings and quality standards.
- Conduct electrical and mechanical testing on cables using specialized equipment to detect faults or performance issues.
- Document inspection results and test data in quality control systems and generate reports for management review.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to identify defect root causes and recommend corrective actions.
- Assist in developing and updating quality control procedures and work instructions.
- Participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
- Maintain the calibration and proper functioning of inspection and testing equipment.
- Clean, rewrap, test, and reshelve cables.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
