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Description
Adecco Is Connecting Top Talent with a High Growth Manufacturer. This Could Be Your Next Big Opportunity!
We are seeking a skilled Quality Inspector to join our Quality Assurance team and ensure the highest standards of workmanship in our electrical cable and wire harness assemblies.
In this role, you will perform in process, final, and receiving inspections to verify compliance with engineering requirements, customer specifications, and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
If you have a strong eye for detail, hands-on inspection experience, and a passion for maintaining product excellence in a high reliability environment, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Inspection & Validation
Perform in-process and final inspections on wire and cable assemblies, harnesses, and subassemblies.
Evaluate workmanship, continuity, labeling, configuration, crimp quality, solder joints, torque, routing, and mechanical integrity.
Follow drawings, specifications, travelers, checklists, and visual aids to verify product conformance.
Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) and validate new builds or engineering updates.
Documentation & Communication
Complete inspection reports, FAIRs, and non-conformance records (NCRs) accurately and on time.
Ensure products comply with IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class II or III requirements.
Communicate findings clearly to production, engineering, and QA teams.
Tools & Equipment You'll Use
Micrometers, calipers, pin gages, magnifiers, torque tools
Continuity testers, multimeters, pull-tester devices, inspection microscopes
Cirrus brand testing equipment
Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001 (when applicable), and company-specific standards.
Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities for recurring quality issues.
Team Collaboration
Partner with production and engineering to clarify documentation or resolve build concerns.
Provide guidance and feedback to assemblers on quality best practices.
Support internal audits and customer source inspections as needed.
What You Need (Required Qualifications)
3–5+ years of quality inspection experience in cable and wire harness manufacturing.
Current IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified Specialist (CS) certification.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and assembly drawings.
Strong knowledge of cable types, connectors, terminations, and industry-specific build methods.
Proficiency with inspection tools and cable assembly test methods.
Preferred Qualifications
J-STD-001 Certification (especially for soldered assemblies).
Experience working with AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management systems.
Background in aerospace, military, or medical device harness manufacturing.
Familiarity with ERP/QA systems, electronic travelers, or digital work instructions.
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during detailed inspections.
Strong manual dexterity and visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses).
Ability to lift or maneuver items up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
Pay Details: $20.00 to $22.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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