Incoming Quality Control Inspector

Cavalier Wireless; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavalier Wireless in Kochi seeks an Incoming Quality Control Inspector to ensure raw materials and components meet ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards through inspections and testing.

You will verify parts against purchase orders and drawings, perform dimensional tests with calipers, micrometers, and gauges, and document results to prevent defects entering production.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or associate's degree / technical certification

Responsibilities

• Verify receipt of parts against purchase orders, engineering drawings and quality requirements
• Perform dimensional and functional tests using precision measuring instruments
• Identify, document and segregate non-conforming materials into the Hold area
• Maintain inspection records, generate reports, and log defects into ERP or quality database
• Ensure procedures comply with health, safety and regulatory guidelines
• Escalate discrepancies to supply chain or quality engineering teams
• Ensure inspection tools are calibrated and operating correctly

Skills

Tool proficiency

Blueprint reading

Computer skills

Soft skills

Technical knowledge: SMT & PCB

IPC-A-610 knowledge

GD&T basics

Education

High school diploma or associate's degree / technical certification

Tools

Precision inspection tools

Measuring microscope

Caliper

Depth gauge

Height gauge

PP

LCR meter

Smart Tweezers

ESD meter

Multimeter

Job description

Position Title: Incoming Quality Control Inspector

Job Location : Kochi

1. Purpose of the Role

• To ensure raw materials and components from suppliers comply with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards through physical and visual inspections, testing, and testing protocols.
• Prevent manufacturing defects by identifying and immediately isolating non-conforming inventory before it enters the production line.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Material Verification: Confirm receipt of parts against purchase orders, engineering drawings, and quality requirements.
• Testing & Evaluation: Perform dimensional and functional tests using precision measuring instruments like callipers, micrometres, and gauges.
• Defect Management: Identify, document, and segregate non-conforming materials into the "Hold" area.
• Data Documentation: Maintain accurate inspection records, generate reports, and log defects into the company ERP or quality database.
• Process Compliance: Ensure all procedures comply with health, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
• Supplier Communication: Escalate discrepancies to supply chain or quality engineering teams to resolve vendor quality issues.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure inspection and measurement tools are calibrated and operating accurately

3. Key performance indicators

• Supplier PPM
• Internal rejection rate caused due to Incoming parts.
• On time GRN clearance of receipt materials.
• Complaint closure lead time

4. Educational Qualification

• Education: High school diploma or a relevant associate's degree / technical certification.

5.Experience

• Minimum 1-2 years in manufacturing quality control, production, or a similar supply chain setting.
• Preferred domain is automotive and sub domains can be :
• EMS manufacturing
• SMT processes
• PCB assembly
• Consumer electronics

6. Required Skills

• Tool Proficiency:
• Experience operating precision inspection tools (measuring microscope, caliper, depth gauge, height gauge, VMS, PP, LCR meter, Smart Tweezers, ESD meter, Multimeter).
• Blueprint Reading:
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Computer Skills:
• Competency with basic Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and ERP / inventory software.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Technical Skills :
• Knowledge of SMT & PCB assembly processes
• IPC-A-610 knowledge
• GD&T basics

7. Preferred Certifications & Skills:

• Knowledge on IATF Core tools SPC, MSA, Control Plan.
• 7 QC tools
• Internal Auditor IATF 16949 Certification & IPC CIS Certification will be an added advantage.

8. EMS-Specific Knowledge Preferred

• SMT process control
• Solder defect analysis
• X-ray interpretation and analysis support.
• ESD control and monitoring.
• Traceability systems knowledge.
• Functional testing knowledge and support.