Under the direction of the Quality Manager, the individual in this position is required to ensure the company’s products meet or exceed the established quality levels of New England Keyboard

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Monitor daily in-process manufacture and identify/report non-conformances using established procedures. Recommend corrective or preventative action(s).

· Read drawings, specifications, assembly instructions, BOM’s and assembly procedures to perform inspections and tests.

· Work with the ERP system and controlled electronic documents to verify product specifications, assembly instructions, BOMs and assembly procedures to perform inspections and tests.

· Perform inspections on product using test equipment such as micrometers, calipers, pin gages, force gages, steel rulers, assembly fixtures and a variety of torque tools.

· Document non-conformances using Material Inspection Reports (MIR) or Discrepant Material Reports (DMR). Issue Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCMR) as applicable.

· Determine appropriate inspection and test equipment required to perform inspections and tests.

· Perform inspections on product with and without magnification using workmanship standards and reference industry standards i.e. J-STD-001 / IPC-A-610.

· Identify and record defects on rework tags, NCMR forms, in-process inspection logs, and enter data in electronic media.

· Confer with engineers, supervision and employees regarding the inspection procedures and inspection results to resolve problems.

· Verify assembly of final products to include subassemblies, systems and other mechanical parts.

· Perform and complete first article inspections on both vendor and/or new product releases. Maintain accurate paperwork and computerized logs and reports.

· Perform MRB material review and documentation for return of non-conforming material.

· Initiate corrective and preventative actions while aiding in the investigation and response to external corrective actions.

· Work closely with RMA Technicians, assemblers/QA Inspectors, engineers, Sales, Product Line Managers and shipping/receiving to process RMAs through the system in a timely manner.

· Act as trainer for ISO procedures as well as quality practices for new or temporary employees.

· Perform ISO9001 Internal Audits as required.

· Responsible for adherence to all applicable ITAR regulations

· Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Quality Manager.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

Associate Degree in engineering discipline or equivalent work experience. Must have good math skills and the ability to read drawings. Must be proficient in the use of measuring devices. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

EXPERIENCE:

2-5 years relevant experience in a Quality role within a manufacturing environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Position requires someone with a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

· Technical or trade school degree or certificate in Electro-Mechanical Assembly or inspection and test techniques preferred.

· The individual in this position must have excellent attention to detail; ability to follow, or document processes; and the ability to communicate quality concerns to employees when required.

· This individual must be able to communicate well, fluent in English– both verbally and in written form.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Manufacturing facility

Experience:

• Quality inspection: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Fitchburg, MA 01420 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fitchburg, MA 01420: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person