Quality Control Inspector

At Area51 Electronics, we hire passionate people who want to make a difference by helping the people around them and by adding value to Area51 Electronics. As an electronic components distributor, we strive to provide the highest quality to our clients and this passion for quality transcends beyond our products and services; we are interested in quality people. We are looking for passionate people who want to make a difference to join, learn and grow with our team.

Make first contact to learn more about Area51 Electronics or to meet the aliens: www.area51esg.com

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Has a passion for electronics, quality control, and learning
• Enjoys collaboration, communicating, and helping others
• Possesses the ability to focus on small details and ensure accuracies in your work
• Capable of working in fast paced work environment and able to perform job essentials without the quality of the their work to decrease
• Has a strong and excellent work ethic (honesty, integrity, humility, respectful, and accountability);
• Will do their best at all times and cares about the quality of their work, even when no one is looking;
• Has the passion and intrinsic motivation to learn, change (reflect), and grow;
• Is disciplined, dedicated and determined to produce desirable results (going beyond the barest minimum and expectations); and
• Manages their time wisely (be punctual and observe deadlines).

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector MJ-12

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday (8:00 AM—5:00 PM)

Classification: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Onsite

This position requires full-time, in-office presence at our Irvine, CA office.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of Quality Management, the incumbent is responsible for performing quality inspection of assigned products. Engaging in all ethical quality inspection and documentation conduct to ensure the highest quality of products and services are maintained. Responsibilities may include weekend work during busy times of the month and year. Weekend work may be available and is optional under the discretion of the Quality Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.  

1. Inspection and Verification:
   1. Perform visual, physical, and mechanical inspection of electronic, electrical, and electromechanical components, hardware, and assemblies.
   2. Search for manufacturer’s datasheets using online databases.
   3. Read and interpret manufacturer’s datasheets, customer specific drawings, purchase order requirements, contracts, technical drawings, and specifications.
   4. Use customer specific portals and Mil spec drawings to verify incoming test data, certificates, drawings, packaging requirements, vendor approval status, and any other Quality clauses as noted on the purchase order.
   5. Review extensive supplier test packages for accuracy and adherence to customer requirements.
   6. Document and photograph all inspections and test results.
   7. Communicate, verbally and through written form, the inspection and verification results to other team members, our customers, and our vendors as necessary.
   8. Adhere to the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) and comply with all Quality related policies, procedures, and forms.
   9. Ensure Quality reports (e.g., Inspection and Verification Reports, Inspection and Verification Analysis Reports, Nonconforming Material Reports, etc.) are accurate and completed in accordance with our QMS and policies.
   10. Collaborate with team members, customers, and vendors to help resolve issues in a timely and thorough manner.
   11. Meet and/or exceed department and company goals.
   12. Utilize Area51 Electronics’ proprietary software program for all quality-related work.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Required – To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Minimum of High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution

Experience

At least one year of experience inspecting and testing electronic, electrical, electromechanical components, hardware, and assemblies.

AND/OR

At least one year of hands-on experience with prototyping, assembling electronic components or electric circuits.

Language Skills

Able to communicate in English, verbally and through written form to a diverse group of people.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner.
• Ability to train people.
• Ability to plan and prioritize.
• Ability to work independently with a self-motivated attitude, as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to think critically and creatively to solve problems.
• Ability to respond to continually changing needs with a positive attitude. 
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to operate a computer and Area51 Electronics’ proprietary software program.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Carry/Lift Loads up to 25-50 Pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristic described is representative of those an employee will encounter while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Essential Physical Functions

Stand: Frequent

Sit: Moderate to Frequent

Walk: Frequent

Bend: Continuous

Handle Objects: Frequent

Push/Pull: Moderate

Reach Above Shoulder Level: Moderate

Use Fine Finger Movements: Continuous

Carry/Lift Loads up to 25 Pounds: Moderate

Carry/Lift Loads up to 25-50 Pounds: Moderate

Essential Cognitive Functions

Reason and Analyze: Continuous

Read/Comprehend English: Continuous

Generate Written Work Product: Continuous

Communicate Orally in English: Continuous

Work Under Time Pressure: Continuous

Independent Problem Solving: Continuous

Interruptions: Continuous

Salary : $18 - $25