Quality Inspector

Overview:

Empower RF Systems is a leading provider of high-power ultra-broadband radio frequency (RF) amplifier solutions. Headquartered in Inglewood, California and founded in 1999, the company and designs and manufactures solid state RF amplifier systems/modules for commercial and military customers worldwide.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Quality, the Quality Assurance Receiving Inspector is responsible for the inspection and disposition of incoming components/raw materials, in-process inspection and finished product inspection.

Primary Duties:

· Performs incoming inspection and disposition of all purchased sheet metal, mechanical, electro-mechanical, amplifier modules, and systems to established engineering drawing requirements.

· Performs in-process and final inspection of amplifier modules and rack mounted amplifier systems, and finished product inspection.

· Identifies optimum inspection tools/gauging, and inspection methods for sheet metal, mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronics components and assemblies.

· Monitors and manages the nonconforming material and MRB board review process for purchased parts, assemblies, internal line rejects and other nonconforming materials.

· Identifies discrepant parts / assemblies and drives corrective action with sub-tier suppliers. May prepare and create supplier scorecards, manage sub-tier supplier metrics, and support future dock-to-stock programs as defined by QA Manager.

· Prepares and disseminates supplier quality information and provides reports regarding the inspection and test status of products, nonconforming material reject trends and other reporting as directed by supervision.

· Manages external contract calibration service including monitoring calibration recall schedules for all inspection and test equipment. Ensures compliance to ISO 9001 requirements.

· Performs QA buyoff acceptance on re-worked products and assemblies to ensure compliance to customer requirements.

· Performs first article inspections, measurement analysis, in-process inspection, pre-cap visual internal inspection of amplifier PCBA modules to J-Std-001 and IPC-A-610 level 3 inspection requirements.

· Reviews MSDS and shelf life information for purchased shelf life control items. Manages shelf life control procedures.

· Maintains material certifications from Receiving Inspection.

· Works on special projects as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of incoming Quality Control experience, preferably in a mil-spec aerospace environment.
• Must have understanding of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001).
• Requires specific and thorough understanding of quality inspection methods, good analysis skills and technical knowledge. Knowledge of advanced shop math is a must.
• Must have working familiarity with AQL sample inspection techniques, Zero acceptance lot sampling.
• J-STD-001 certified trainer/technician or IPC-A-610 workmanship standards technician or ASQ Certified Quality inspector technician status is a big plus.
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Access.
• Must be detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have knowledge of GD&T, blue print and specification interpretation.
• Proficient in the use of all inspection hand gauges including micrometers, dial indicators, vernier calipers, height gauges, internal and external thread gauges, ID/OD micrometers, bore gauges, etc.

Summary:

If you are an experienced QA Receiving Inspector with a background in mechanical inspection in an electronic manufacturing facility, Empower RF Systems is the company that will further your experience and career growth. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including medical / dental insurance, 401k Plan with matching contributions, etc.

To learn more about Empower RF Systems, please visit our website at www.empowerrf.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person