Quality Inspector - 1St Shift

AbelConn, a Celestica company, is a global Center of Excellence for the Aerospace, Defense, Licensing and HealthTech industries. Our business is growing. We recently moved into a new state-of-the-art facility located in Maple Grove, MN that offers world-class manufacturing, engineering, and product lifecycle services. Our deep expertise in manufacturing, electromechanical design support, prototype manufacturing, electronic assembly, finishing, and enclosure assembly is unlocking new solutions for our customers.

Interested in working on some of the most exciting new technologies on the market? We are always looking for talented people with the right experience, skills, and attitude to join our expanding team. Your success is our success-our top priority is to hire the best and offer a sense of ownership and opportunity in building your career. We offer competitive compensation and exceptional opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join our talented team and help us to imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers.

Functional Area:  OPS - Operations
Career Stream:  QUA - Quality
Role:  Technical Support 1
SAP Short Name:  TS1
Job Title:  Quality Technical Support 1
Job Code:  TS1-OPS-QUA
Job Level:  Band 04
Direct/Indirect Indicator:  Indirect

Inspects parts and components or production assemblies by electrical, visual and/or mechanical examination using naked eye, microscope, electrical test and/or mechanical measuring devices for conformance to specifications.  Complete required inspection records.  May assist Quality Engineers with completion of First Article Inspections and paperwork, returned goods disposition, and issuance of Corrective Action Requests.

The Inspector examines parts and components or assemblies in production for conformance to established specifications.  Uses blueprints, precision mechanical measuring devices, temperature sensing devices and electrical test equipment. 

Performs all inspection functions proficiently using microscopes and mechanical devices such as; drop indicators, vernier calipers, micrometers, toolmakers microscopes, comparators, surface plates, height indicators, etc.  Also performs electrical tests from inspection procedures, work instructions and/or blueprint requirements.  Records inspection data on inspection document; generates inspection documents in accordance with departmental procedures; makes recommendations for corrective action. Demonstrates the ability to proficiently read internally generated and externally supplied blueprints.  

Works under general supervision, including direction from Quality Engineers as appropriate.  Follows all ISO 9001 and AS 9100 work instructions and general department procedures.  Keep facilities, materials, and work area clean and organized, exercising care in their use.  Uses safety practices and takes prompt action to correct problems.  Assists co-workers when necessary to meet work unit goals.  Actively seeks continuous process improvement.  May be required to train other employees and assist in orientation of new employees. Performs other duties as required and may be utilized in other areas and departments of manufacturing as workload may dictate.

AbelConn Electronics is ISO 9001, ISO 13485, AS 9100 registered, Nadcap Accredited, NASA-STD-8739 and all job duties are to be performed to support the business in meeting all requirements and documented instructions.

High School education or equivalent. Electronics and mechanical vocational training desirable.

Experience in a quality or technical related position is a plus.  Demonstrates the ability to make inspection decisions through the use of blueprints, inspection procedures and process sheets.  Knowledge should include working knowledge of measurement tools and inspection equipment required to test electrical components.  Proficiency in geometric tolerancing and statistical process control experience is a plus.  Upon completion of initial orientation, expected to be self-directed and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining positive working relationship with co-workers.  Will be required to pass J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 certification to be qualified to perform the job duties of Inspector.  May require certification to IPC-A-620.

Visual exams are required pre-hire and biennial to confirm visual acuity of 20/20 with or without glasses along with passing a standard color vision exam.  Must be able to perform job functions while using a microscope.  Work is performed primarily in a sitting position.

AbelConn is a US ITAR facility and positions with AbelConn involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, AbelConn will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.