Electrical Manufacturing Inspection Tech – On‑Site

Forterra; Clarksburg (MD); On-site; USD 37,195 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

20 days PTO

Parental leave (7 weeks)

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with match

Job summary

Forterra is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Inspection Technician in Clarksburg, MD to perform real-time inspections of electrical assemblies and wiring systems on the production floor. You will verify quality against IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 2 standards and collaborate with quality teams to resolve issues quickly.

The role requires experience with electrical test equipment, blueprint reading, and ERP systems, with a focus on accurate documentation and cross-functional communication to ensure

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of hands-on inspection experience in electrical manufacturing or electro-mechanical production.
• Proficient with hand tools and electrical test equipment such as multimeters, Hi-Pot testers, and insulation resistance meters.
• Experience with blueprint reading, electrical schematics, and IPC standards.
• Working familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems.
• Strong documentation and communication skills for clear reporting and issue escalation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process, mid-process, and final inspections on wiring harnesses, electrical boxes, and subsystems.
• Perform visual, mechanical, and electrical testing using tools like multimeters, calipers, micrometers, and plug gauges.
• Verify adherence to IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 2 standards for wire and cable assembly quality.
• Review engineering drawings and work instructions to validate assembly accuracy.
• Document inspection results and non-conformances in real-time and assist with root cause analysis.

Skills

Inspection on floor

Hand tools

Electrical test equipment

Blueprint reading

IPC standards knowledge

ERP systems

Documentation

Communication

Tools

Multimeters

Hi-Pot testers

Insulation resistance meters

Calipers

Micrometers

Plug gauges

Job description

Forterra is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Inspection Technician in Clarksburg, MD to perform real-time inspections of electrical assemblies and wiring systems on the production floor. You will verify quality against IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 2 standards and collaborate with quality teams to resolve issues quickly.

The role requires experience with electrical test equipment, blueprint reading, and ERP systems, with a focus on accurate documentation and cross-functional communication to ensure