QA Inspector

Quality Control InspectorPay: $24–$29/hour, overtime eligibleLocation: Near Saratoga Springs, NYSchedule: Four-day work weekAbout the JobAs a Quality Control Inspector, you'll be part of a team crafting transformers and power supplies for industrial products. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring our clients' products meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. You'll inspect, test, and evaluate materials, components, and finished products to catch defects, deviations from specifications, and other quality issues. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality standards will directly support the manufacturing process and customer satisfaction.Key ResponsibilitiesExamine the layout and installation of wiring, cables, subassemblies, hardware, and components to detect assembly errorsCompare assemblies against parts lists to verify correct parts and hardware were usedTest dials, shafts, and gears to verify freedom of movementTrace cables and harness assemblies against cable prints to verify wiring routing and conformance of cable lacing and insulation with manufacturing standardsVerify plated areas for uniformity and thicknessVerify the location of bolt and rivet holes using templates, check fixtures, and measuring instrumentsPerform electrical assembly inspection and CCA inspection to IPC and customer specificationsExamine parts to identify surface defects such as burrs, scratches, and pinholesPerform work under occasional supervision, following standard procedures, using judgment to handle exceptionsInspect assemblies, subassemblies, and parts for compliance with specifications, blueprints, drawings, and production and inspection manualsPerform incoming, in-process, and final inspection of materials, parts, and products to confirm conformance to specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirementsUse measurement and testing tools, such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and spectrophotometers, to conduct dimensional, visual, and functional inspectionsDocument inspection results, defects, and non-conformities accurately using standardized forms, reports, or digital quality management systemsCollaborate with production teams to address quality issues, troubleshoot problems, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrenceContribute to the development and revision of quality control procedures, work instructions, and inspection criteria to improve efficiency and effectivenessSupport quality audits and assessments from internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and customersPromote a culture of continuous improvement and quality excellence by actively participating in quality initiatives and projectsRequired QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentMinimum of 5 years of related work experienceMust be 18 years or olderMust be able to work full-timeMust be a US citizen with the ability to obtain a US government security clearance; applicants must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-controlled dataAbility to frequently stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, and lift up to 10 pounds; occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and lift up to 50 pounds (reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities)Typically moderate noise level in the work environmentPreferred QualificationsExperience in manufacturing or production environments supporting military or industrial productsStrong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safetyExperience programming and operating portable and stationary Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environmentWillingness to work flexible hours and overtime as production schedules require