Quality Inspector Lead

TT Electronics plc
Olathe, KS, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
1 year minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

SAP (Applications) Epicor ERP

Job description

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., ā€œGreen Card Holderā€), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Introduction The Quality Inspector Lead provides day-to-day oversight of the quality inspection team and acts as the primary link between Quality Control and Assembly. This role supports accurate and consistent inspections, leads complex or judgement-based evaluations, and play s a proactive role in reducing defects and rework. The Lead is also responsible for training new and existing inspectors, coordinating inspection activities, and using data to support continuous improvement efforts., * Lead and support inspectors in daily inspection activities, including complex or unclear product evaluations

  • Develop and deliver training for new inspectors and ongoing refreshers for the team on a weekly basis
  • Evaluate inspection performance and recommend development plans or process adjustments as needed
  • Track, trend, and report on defects found during inspections
  • Communicate inspection results, recurring issues, and product concerns to QM
  • Aid in containment when a customer complaint is received or when a defect arises at the line
  • Serve as the point of contact between the QC team and Assembly to align on inspection priorities and resolve quality issues quickly
  • Highlight recurring issues and support data-driven decisions for process improvement
  • Coordinate preventive actions at final inspection to prevent further issues
  • Support quality engineers in implementing corrective and preventive actions
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Do you have experience in Team leadership?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * Strong knowledge of inspection methods, GD&T, and quality standards (AS9100, ISO 9001)

  • High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
  • Leadership skills with experience mentoring and coordinating inspection teams.
  • Effective communication and documentation skills.
  • Proficient in root cause analysis and supporting CAPA efforts.
  • Familiarity with ERP and Quality Management Systems.
  • Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and process efficiency.

Desireable Skills and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in quality control, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
  • Five + years of experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing environment,; aerospace/defense experience a plus.
  • 1-2 years of experience in a lead or supervisory role.
  • Strong understanding of GD&T, engineering drawings, and inspection techniques.
  • Proficient with measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)
  • Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality standards.
  • Familiarity with ERP and QMS software (e.g., Epicor, SAP, Net-Inspect)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., ā€œGreen Card Holderā€), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

About the company

When you join TT, you join our global community of visionaries, creators, and achievers dedicated to engineering and manufacturing electronic solutions enabling a safer, healthier and more sustainable world. Simply put, we are a global manufacturer with a passion for engineering advanced electronics that benefit our planet and people for future generations. We are committed to having a positive impact on the world through a culture built around safety, transparency, collaboration, and positive relationships. Our teams are fueled by performance and expertise, leading the charge in innovation, efficiency and delivering world-class customer service. Be part of the journey., We want the very best people in our TT family across the globe - so we welcome applications from everyone, to celebrate a diverse mix of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and you can rest assured that TT Electronics takes positive steps to ensure we are an inclusive business, that will welcome and support you, from your initial application to wherever your career takes you! Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to your application, in order that we can accommodate and support you in the process. If you want to work for a company where who you are is valued and respected, we’d love to hear from you. #WeAreTT #BeMeAtTT TT Electronics does not accept any unsolicited resumes from third parties. Any resumes submitted by a third party for this or any other position will not be subject to any recruitment fees if hired.

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