Quality Technician

Job Summary:

The Quality Technician II is responsible for executing and coordinating key elements of the Quality Management System including AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) PPAP documentation calibration control and ESD compliance. This role operates with minimal supervision independently managing routine quality activities while supporting continuous improvement and compliance in an electronics manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

Independently prepare and review AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) including ballooning data validation and package completeness.

• Coordinate PPAP submissions ensuring all required elements are complete accurate and aligned with customer requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings specifications and GD&T to ensure proper inspection and documentation.
• Manage calibration system including scheduling tracking and ensuring all M&TE is calibrated and compliant.
• Interface directly with external calibration vendors; review calibration certificates for accuracy and compliance.
• Perform routine audits of calibrated equipment and address out-of-tolerance or expired conditions.
• Serve as site ESD Coordinator or co-coordinator ensuring compliance with ANSI/ESD S20.20.
• Conduct ESD audits (workstations grounding systems environmental checks) and document results.
• Maintain ESD program records support training activities and drive corrective actions for noncompliance.
• Support internal customer and certification audits by providing records and demonstrating process compliance.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions related to FAIR discrepancies calibration issues or ESD nonconformance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering Manufacturing and Supply Chain to resolve quality issues and improve processes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate or Bachelors degree in Quality Engineering or equivalent experience in Quality Manufacturing or Engineering discipline.
• Experience:
  • 24 years of experience in a quality role within electronics manufacturing (PCBA box build or cable assemblies preferred).
  • Strong working knowledge of:
    • AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements
    • PPAP process and documentation
    • Calibration systems and measurement standards
    • ESD control standards (ANSI/ESD S20.20).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings GD&T and specifications.
• Familiarity with IPC standards (IPC-A-610 IPC/WHMA-A-620) preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and document control systems (e.g. Arena) is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office especially Excel and data tracking.

• Skills:
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to independently verify accuracy of documentation.
  • Effective organizational and time management skills across multiple priorities.
  • Solid problem-solving skills with ability to support root cause investigations.
  • Clear communication and ability to work cross-functionally.
  • Audit-ready mindset with disciplined documentation practices.

• Certifications (Preferred):
  • IPC Certified (610 620 J-STD-001)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop kneel or crouch. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Electronics manufacturing environment (production floor and office setting).
• May require standing walking and handling inspection tools/equipment.

Pay rate: $25-$30

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