Working Lead Quality Control Inspector

Company Description

Carlton Industries Corporation (CIC) is an electronic manufacturing services provider specializing in printed circuit board assemblies, electro-mechanical box builds, and cable assemblies since 1994. CIC is committed to IPC A-610 standards and consistently focuses on meeting and exceeding customer expectations. The company offers high mix capabilities, from prototypes to high-volume production, including SMT and through-hole assembly, in-house testing, robotic conformal coating, dock-to-stock, and inventory management solutions.

Carlton Industries is certified to the latest revision of AS9100, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001 and has been ITAR registered since 2004, supporting work for regulated and high-reliability industries. Team members join a quality-driven environment with modern manufacturing processes and established industry certifications.

• Conduct through visual and instrumental inspections of complex assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, printed circuit boards, complete box builds, cables, etc. to determine and ensure acceptability for use based on identified criteria.
• Knowledge of SMT (Surface Mount Technology) and through-hole assembly methods.
• Perform first piece and final inspections according to customer & IPC requirements. Verify against the drawings to determine compliance and record inspection status on QC inspection reports.
• Proficiency in identifying components on an assembled Printed Circuit Board (PCB) relying on silkscreen markings , reviewing design documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, Bill of Materials, and work instructions.
• Accurately document inspection results, and nonconformances.
• Assist in training new team members in inspection techniques, procedures, and quality standards, and recommend process improvements to management.
• Proficient at setting-up and operating AOI machines.
• Proficiency in using various inspection and measurement equipment such as microscopes, calipers, gauges, etc.
• Accountable for quality, quantity and inspection of work performed.
• Candidates should demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Possible cross training in different departments as needed.

• Working knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC J STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620 Electronic quality standards & ESD.
• Working knowledge of AS9100D/ISO 13485 Quality Management System principles.
• Ability to read bill of materials, assembly drawings and perform assigned tasks.
• Expected to read and comprehend well in English both verbally and in written format.
• Component identification ability required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• $25.00 to $40.00. The salary range for this position is competitive and will be commensurate with the candidate’s level of knowledge, experience, and qualifications.

• Competitive hourly pay or annual salary.
• Health, dental, vision, long term and short term disability.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• . On-the-job training and career growth paths.