Roaming Cable and Harness Inspector

POSITION PURPOSE: To perform first piece, in-process, and final inspection of cables and harnesses to ensure products meets customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs first piece, in-process, and final inspections.
• Records non-conformances found at inspection.
• Works with management to ensure customer schedule compliance.
• Maintains “qualified” status on all required in-house training.
• Provides suggestions for training specific to process improvement and corrective action.
• Acts as primary trainer for the Cable and Harness department, but is able to step-in for other departments as needed.
• Follows travelers, customer supplied documentation, or instructions from Supervisor for direction.
• Checks work periodically and upon completion for accuracy.
• Participates in attaining Cable and Harness departmental goals and objectives by performing job requirements at the highest level of accuracy.
• Works in a productive and efficient manner so the production schedules of the Company are met.
• Assures that the Cable and Harness Department complies with the Company’s Quality System.
• Participates in internal and external quality system audits as needed.
• Analyzes departmental processes and makes process improvement recommendations.
• Participates in or coordinates committee activities as needed.
• Works with customers and other departments to expedite or resolve problems to ensure customer product delivery dates are met.
• Assures that all assembly equipment is properly maintained.
• Maintains an organized and neat work area.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum: Three (3) years of experience as a Cable and Harness Assembler with increased responsibilities in an electronic contract manufacturing organization, electronic high tech, or related industry with equivalent experience.
• Preferred: Five (5) years of experience as a Cable and Harness Assembler with increased responsibilities and two (2) years experience as a Cable and Harness Inspector in an electronic contract manufacturing organization, electronic high tech or related industry with equivalent experience.
• Diploma or GED from an accredited high school or technical school. College degree in engineering or other related area preferred.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent ability to identify non-conformances of products compared to customer’s requirements.
• Knowledge of electronic contract manufacturing best practices. LEAN manufacturing knowledge a plus.
• Knowledge of cable and harness assembly methods.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-620 Standards. IPC-A-620 certification a plus.
• Demonstrated effective analysis and corrective action implementation techniques.
• Able to read and interpret customer requirements from various customer-supplied formats.
• Able to read complicated electronic schematics and assembly drawings.
• Able to identify electronic wiring and harnessing components.
• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Strong organizational skills along with excellent oral and written communication ability.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office.
• Able to speak, read, write and understand English as it relates to performing job requirements.

TRAINING RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Component Identification
• Crimping Techniques
• ESD
• Hazard Communication Training
• Introduction to Wire Crimping
• IPC-A-620 Standards
• ISO 9001:2008 Overview
• Lean Manufacturing Introduction
• Lockout/Tagout Procedures
• PPE
• Wire Harness Assembly Methods
• Other training as required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, reach, bend and walk about the building.
• May be required to lift, carry, or otherwise transport boxes weighing up to 25 pounds.
• May be required to lift, carry, push, drag or otherwise transport materials in bins weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Light to moderate physical effort required.
• ·Continuous mental and visual attention required.
• Use of handheld and or machine operated electronic assembly tools and measuring equipment is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Works in a climate-controlled assembly facility with little to no noise.

OTHER:

• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Cable & Harness: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Brookfield, CT 06804 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20