Goods In Inspector

Custom Interconnect Limited; Andover; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Interconnect Limited is seeking a Goods-in Inspector to ensure final parts pass quality control and are inspected per company standards. You will handle non-conformances, support returns, and assist Stores with inspections and material controls.

The role requires reading detailed drawings, using metrology tools, and liaising with multiple departments to maintain quality and traceability across all sites in Andover.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical drawings.
• Proficient with MS Word/Excel; familiarity with MRP/ERP systems a plus.
• Ability to use handheld metrology instruments.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Capable of following instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Goods Inward inspection across all sites for bespoke component parts.
• Inspect components arriving from grey-market sources; identify counterfeit product using tools including an X-Ray machine.
• Record non-conformances and segregate suspect goods.
• Liaise with stakeholder departments on inspection queries and Gerber interpretation.
• Support processing of customer returns.
• Assist Stores with random inspections and report nonconformities.
• Identify and process expired materials; organise scrap disposal (chemicals and WEEE).
• Support Stores queries and liaise with planning/operations.
• Report progress on assigned tasks.

Skills

Manufacturing/engineering experience

Reading mechanical drawings

MS Word/Excel proficiency

MRP/ERP systems knowledge

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Metrology basics

Education

Level 3 Qualification in electronics engineering or equivalent

IPC-A-600 Acceptability of PCB

Tools

Vernier calipers

Micrometers

Slip gauges

Job description

At Custom Interconnect we plan to succeed and never fail! Our values dictate that we have an unrivalled passion for providing the best Electronics Manufacturing Support on offer, with an honest and open attitude to business.

Our vision is to be customers’ first choice for the manufacture of mission critical, high technology electronics, adding value globally, and we are dedicated to delivering innovation and service excellence by investing in; design, build and fulfilment of our Customers Products.

Formed in 1987, as a company CIL have grown steadily to become one of the major Electronics Manufacturing Service companies available today. Located in Andover, Hampshire, our manufacturing facilities comprises 80,000sq ft of modern production space to meet our customers’ needs.

PURPOSE OF ROLE

As a Goods-in Inspector, you will be primarily responsible for ensuring that parts which pass through quality control, are inspected and handled in accordance with company operating standard. You will also be required to handle non-conformances, whilst applying excellent attention to detail and complete all relevant administration duties.

Primary roles & responsibilities:

• To carry out Goods Inward inspection across all sites for bespoke component parts entering the company ensuring compliance to design specification and contractual requirements. Component parts include, but are not limited to: bare Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), bespoke metalwork such as cases or lids, seals and gaskets.
• To carry out Goods Inwards inspection of component parts arriving at CIL from grey-market sources through the use of various tools, including an X-Ray machine, in order to identify or highlight any potential counterfeit product.
• To identify and record any non-conformances to specification requirements by raising the adequate paperwork and segregating any suspect goods.
• To liaise with various stakeholder departments to address any queries with items being inspected, such as Gerber interpretation.
• To liaise with various stakeholder departments to support the processing of customer returns.
• To support the Stores department by conducting random inspections on goods received and kits prior to issue and to report on any nonconformities found.
• To identify and process expired materials.
• To organise scrap disposal including chemicals and WEEE.
• To support the Stores department by providing knowledge-based support on Stores queries.
• To liaise with the planning and operations.
• To report progress regularly on the assigned tasks.

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Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment ideally within the Electronics Manufacturing Sector.
• Experience of reading and understanding detailed mechanical drawings, essential.
• Computer Literate with use of Microsoft Word, Excel and use of MRP or ERP systems would be an advantage.
• Use of handheld metrology instruments such as Vernier Calipers, Micrometers and Slip Gauges.
• Strong team work background.
• Ability to follow instruction.
• Holds a minimum Level 3 Qualifications, ideally in electronics engineering or equivalent.
• IPC-A-600 Acceptability of Printed Circuit Boards.