Quality Inspector

Cristek Interconnects, LLC, a Qnnect company, is headquartered in Anaheim, CA, with divisions in Minden, NV and North Billerica, MA which specializes in contract build-to-print cable and harness assemblies for military product. Cristek is a preferred supplier to several major military and aerospace prime contractors. Cristek has consistently earned the trust of its customers by combining solid interconnect design and manufacturing expertise with a "can-do" entrepreneurial spirit. As a result, they have earned numerous industry and customer awards. Cristek is now looking for the newest member of its team.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Working as part of the Quality Assurance team, the Quality Inspector will play a key role to ensure that cable and harness assemblies meet quality standards, industry regulations, customer specifications, IPC-620, J-STD and Cristek Best Practices. This role will report to the Quality Manager. This role involves inspecting materials, components, in-process and finished products, identifying defects, and ensuring compliance with quality control procedures. The Quality Inspector will collaborate with Production, Sales and Engineering teams to maintain product integrity and improve processes. The ability to perform effectively in a manufacturing environment while meeting delivery schedules and customer requirements is critical to this position.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Read and comprehend, in English, the customer Drawings, Parts List, Wire List, Processes, Specifications, and assembly Routers for step-by-step instructions on how the cable assembly was built, in order to prepare for inspection.
• Inspection: Conduct in-process, pre-mold, and final inspection on various electronic cable and harness assemblies in accordance with Cristek, customer and industry standard quality specifications.
• o Use magnifier lamps, and microscopes to assist with inspection requirements.
• Measure the cable assembly (using calipers, tape measures, rulers, protractors, etc.) and verify and record compliance to above listed documents.
• Perform 100% inspection on every cable assembly.
• Review documentation for completeness and accuracy prior to forwarding to the next department.
• Complete Final Inspection Data Sheet for every cable assembly.
• Perform receiving inspection on vendor purchased material (as required).
• First Article Inspection (FAI): Conduct initial inspections on new products to ensure they meet customer drawing, parts list, and specifications.
• Troubleshooting & Recommendations: Identify and report recurring quality issues and collaborate with Sales, Engineers and Production teams to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized inspection area.