Quality Control Technician: Cable M-F
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, collaborating 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 to help ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of cable products. The position includes inspecting, cleaning, testing, rewrapping, and reshelving cables throughout the shift. Cable technicians stand for the entire shift, and some cables weigh up to 60 pounds. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, either 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in quality control or inspection in a manufacturing environment, preferably involving cable or wire products.
- Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical testing methods.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or technical certification in quality assurance, electronics, or a related field.
- Familiarity with 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 with engineering drawings and quality standards.
- Conduct electrical and mechanical cable testing using specialized equipment to detect faults or performance issues.
- Accurately document inspection results and test data in quality control systems and generate reports for management review.
- Work 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 support compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
- Maintain the calibration and proper functioning of inspection and testing equipment.
- Clean, rewrap, test, and reshelve cables throughout the shift.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
