Quality Inspector

American Superconductor•Ayer, MA

14d•$25 - $30

About The Position

The Quality Inspector performs and manages inspections of products at various stages of production to verify quality and reliability in accordance with quality plans, drawings, specifications, and other requirements. The role performs incoming, in-process, and final inspections, completes and reviews related documentation, and maintains and stores inspection records. The inspector interprets written instructions and technical documentation, uses mechanical and electrical inspection equipment, initiates and manages nonconforming material reports through completion, and reviews and approves First Article Inspection reports. The position supports company safety and quality programs and initiatives and applies standard practices that support ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. Other responsibilities may be assigned as the company and department needs evolve.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 7 years of quality experience, or equivalent.
Ability to maintain a professional rapport with peers while achieving results.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and the supervisor about job-related activities.
Ability to perform reading, writing, and math functions.
Ability to interpret drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and other technical documentation.
Ability to use and operate mechanical and electrical inspection equipment.
Knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspections and aptitude for reviewing and approving them.
Knowledge of nonconforming material reports and root cause/corrective actions, with aptitude for reviewing and approving them.
Knowledge of ISO Quality Management System principles.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Oracle.
Knowledge of the IPC-610 Standard for Inspection of Electronic Assemblies.

Responsibilities

Perform and manage product inspections at various stages of production to verify quality and reliability against quality plans, drawings, specifications, and other requirements.
Complete and review applicable inspection documentation for accuracy and completeness, and maintain, protect, and store inspection files.
Interpret written instructions, procedures, blueprints, diagrams, and other control procedures.
Perform visual, dimensional, mechanical, precision mechanical, functional, or electrical inspections of parts, assemblies, and final products during incoming, in-process, and final inspection.
Use inspection equipment and measuring devices, including micrometers, scales, fixtures, calipers, dial indicators, comparators, fixed gauges, multimeters, component testers, and surface plate setups.
Initiate nonconforming material reports and manage them through completion.
Review and approve First Article Inspection reports.
Support company safety and quality programs and initiatives.
Apply standard practices supporting ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned based on company and department needs.