QC Inspector

Full Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, PTO)

Job Type: On-site

Hourly Range: $19.50 - $23.00, DOE

Location: Chatsworth, CA

Fralock is an engineered solutions provider of specialty components and subassemblies using advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications. We develop and manufacture custom integrated solutions. Established in 1967, we are a critical solutions provider to Fortune 500 corporations, government, and targeted OEMs in a variety of industries including Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing, Medical and Life Science, Aerospace and Defense , Industrial, Electronics, and Energy. Fralock is headquartered in Valencia, CA with manufacturing locations located throughout Northern and Southern California.

VISION

To be recognized by our customers as a leading solutions provider of proprietary engineered advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications.

MISSION

To create value, profitably grow, and share our success with all stakeholders.

CULTURE

• Respect – We treat others the way they want to be treated.
• Integrity – We practice a high standard of ethics in our business dealings with customers, suppliers, and employees.
• Responsiveness – We have a sense of urgency in responding to internal and external requests and work proactively to solve problems.
• Excellence/Competence – We empower our people to continuously improve and execute high quality work.
• Teamwork – We work together to achieve Fralock business objectives by communicating at a high level, by listening and having clarity in our expectations of one another.
• Individual Accountability and Personal Responsibility – We do what we have committed to do when we committed to doing it.
Continuous Improvement across all segments of the company

This position requires access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the successful candidate must be a "U.S. person" as defined in the ITAR and EAR (which generally means (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) have been admitted to the United States as a refugee, or have been granted asylum, as specified under applicable law.

Main Functions

Perform inspections, checks and tests for quality control for the manufacture of products. Interpret complex drawings, standards, procedures, and test data. Document results of inspections. Maintain calibration system.

Typical Duties

• Follow procedures, work, and inspection instructions in the job orders
• Perform inspections using CMM, Keyence, calipers, micrometers, or templates
• Work with Production/Receiving Inspection/Purchasing when parts are found out of tolerance
• Document results of inspections using First Article Report AS9102, customer-specific inspection documents, Fralock Dimensional Reports, copies of CMM report or written results in the job order
• Compare actual measurements to drawing tolerances using calibrated tools and inspection systems.
• Perform visual inspections using IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, and J-STD-001 criteria to assess workmanship, soldering, and cosmetic requirements.
• Identify, tag, and document nonconforming items; coordinate with Quality and Engineering for resolution.
• Issue certificate of conformance
• Maintain CMMs and inspection tools in good condition, including inspection stamp
• Perform calibration of calipers, micrometers and templates, and coordinates outside calibration
• Update and maintain Master Calibration List
• Inspect materials and components upon receipt to confirm documentation, certifications, and traceability meet requirements.
• Conduct in-process checks to verify critical features and detect defects early in production.
• Perform final inspections to confirm product readiness for shipment, including dimensional, visual, and functional checks.
• Capture and upload inspection photos, ballooned drawings, and other evidence into QMS/ERP.
• Participate in containment and root cause investigation activities when quality issues arise.
• Maintain an organized, clean work area that supports ESD and FOD prevention.

Required Skills

• PC literate (Excel, Word, e-mail)
• Knowledge in blueprint reading and geometrical tolerances; use of hand-held inspection tools and templates
• Minimum 2 years of quality inspection experience in a controlled manufacturing environment (aerospace, medical, or equivalent).
• Good communication skills both oral and written; English language proficiency for technical documentation and communication
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Familiarity with basic measurement tools and inspection equipment.
• Competence in using MS Excel, Word, and ERP/QMS data entry.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented procedures.

Preferred Skills

• Familiar with CMM inspection and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Familiarity with ISO 9001/ AS 9100 and/ or ISO 13485 Standard
• Experience in Aerospace, Medical or Automotive industry
• Knowledge of IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, and J-STD-001 standards.
• Experience with flex/rigid-flex PCBs, SMT assemblies, or precision machined components.
• Proficiency with vision systems, CMMs, and SPC tools.
• AS9102 FAIR completion experience.
Knowledge in calibration

Education Requirements
High School Diploma

Experience Requirements
2 years minimum in a quality related field

Physical Requirements

• Ability to multi-task
• Sitting/Walking/Standing
Lifting in accordance with employee safety handbook

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a position.

Fralock provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.