Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector, Jr-Mid

Veritech LLC

Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector, Jr-Mid

Aberdeen, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Title: Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector, Jr-Mid

    Details:

    Status: Full-Time

    Schedule: 0800hrs - 1630hrs EST; M-F

    Location: On-Site; Aberdeen, MD 21001

    Supervisory: No

    Key Roles/Duties:

    Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections on raw materials, in-process components, and finished products. Perform First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) as required; Responsible for incoming, in-process, and outgoing inspections and documentation. Inspect labeling, packaging, and documentation for accuracy and compliance with requirements

    Perform detailed inspections of electro-mechanical assemblies, wiring harnesses, circuit boards, and integrated components to verify compliance with technical drawings and workmanship standards

    Establish and maintain rigorous quality standards for electro-mechanical products and components

    Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation to verify manufacturing processes meet defined production standards

    Perform assembly of printed circuit boards (PCBs) using surface mount (SMT) and through-hole techniques per the approved Work Instructions (WI)

    Examine, test, and operate assembled components following approved WIs to verify the functionality of completed assemblies

    Review EA's submitted documentation (i.e., recorded assembly steps, inspection results, etc.) for quality tracking in accordance with the internal Quality Management System (QMS) Team and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2015 standards

    Assist DDQ in ensuring EAs solder to industry standards and follow electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety practices

    Assist DDQ with 5S/Foreign Object Debris (FOD) program management

    Utilize and support the QMS Team with administrative filing of QA Inspector-related O365 QMS Mailbox materials to appropriate folders and associated SharePoint (SP) location

    Utilize precision inspection tools including Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM), calipers, gauges, micrometers, multimeters, and other measurement instruments relevant to electro-mechanical and electronic manufacturing

    Investigate and document defects, deviations, or non-conformances, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective corrective actions

    Participate in periodic audits of manufacturing processes and documentation to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to internal quality standards

    Maintain accurate and detailed inspection records for Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs), Control Plans, etc.

    Perform all other duties as assigned

    Basic Qualifications:

    Three (3) + years of demonstrated experience in a equivalent or similar role

    Demonstrated experience with interpreting electro-mechanical technical drawings and schematics

    Demonstrated experience using an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and inspection tools/techniques

    Demonstrated experience with ISO 9001:2015 or other industry-specify quality systems

    Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

    Experience working in a manufacturing building environment

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Certification as a Quality Inspector, Quality Engineer, Quality Technician (e.g., ASQ CQI)

    Associate’s degree in Quality Control, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field, or relevant certification, with a minimum of +6 years of demonstrated experience in an equivalent or similar role

    Experience conducting or participating in audits for quality assurance compliance

    Experience with ERP system, Deltek

    Certification in Institute for Printed Circuits (IPC) J-STD-001 and familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards

    Familiarity with ESD handling procedures

    IPC A-610 (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) Certification

    Travel:

    Minimal, local travel less than 10% of the year

    Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a background check and/or security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

    No clearance required

    Veritech is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class by applicable federal, state, local, or international law. Veritech is committed to providing an application process accessible to all, including individuals with a disability, by offering an alternative way to apply for job openings. This alternative method is available for those who cannot otherwise complete the online application due to a disability or need for accommodation. Veritech provides reasonable accommodation to applicants under the guidance of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam-Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and certain state and/or local laws. If you need assistance due to a disability, please contact the Veritech Human Resources via hr@veritech.com or call (443) 216-9050. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.