Harness QA Inspector

Timberline Manufacturing; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Timberline Manufacturing in Marion, Iowa, seeks a Harness QA Inspector to help ensure quality of wire harnesses, control panels, and electronic assemblies. You will inspect finished products, read blueprints and drawings, and support continuous process improvement.

This role requires strong communication, basic math, attention to detail, the ability to lift 50 lbs, and the stamina to stand for repetitive tasks. Timberline is an employee-owned company valuing teamwork.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and drawings.
• Strong communication with team leads and supervisors.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Attention to detail with problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily inspections of finished wire harnesses before shipment.
• Inspect first article and first piece samples.
• Ensure AS9100 documentation compliance in production.
• Record and report quality issues promptly.
• Contribute to process improvement ideas.
• Troubleshoot and assist with issue repair.
• Work with a variety of equipment and hand tools.
• Read and understand mechanical drawings, schematics, and blueprints.

Skills

Communication

Math skills

Organized

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Inspection equipment

Hand tools

Job description

BECOME AN OWNER, MAKE A DIFFERENCE, AND BUILD FRIENDSHIPS

Who We Are

Founded in 1993, Timberline Manufacturing provides electrical contract manufacturing with a specialization in wire harness assembly, control panels, and electronic assembly. Timberline is 100% employee-owned since 2012. Along with employee ownership, we provide opportunities for advancement, professional growth and financial rewards. From the moment you enter the building, we greet you as a person, not a number.

What We Value

We're not the first to say it, but we certainly mean it - our employees are what makes Timberline so great. That's why we're an employee-owned company.

Harness QA Inspector

Description: Assist in the manufacturing production of wire harnesses with primary emphasis being the inspection and quality control of completed wire harnesses.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily inspections of finished wire harnesses prior to shipment to ensure goals are met
• Perform inspection of first article and first piece inspections
• Follow compliance of AS9100 documentation requirements as applied to production
• Perform inspection of first article and first piece inspections
• Record and report on quality issues
• Support and contribute process improvement ideas
• Troubleshoot and assist with the repair of issues as needed
• Work with a variety of equipment and hand tools
• Comprehend mechanical aptitude and abilities
• Comprehend and read technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints
• Additional duties and responsibilities as required

Requirements

• Must have strong communication skills to communicate with other employee owners, team leads, and production supervisors
• Basic math and computer skills
• Highly organized with ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must have a positive attitude with a customer appreciation mentality
• Ability to lift 50lbs on a regular basis
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive work for long periods of time
• Attention to detail with the ability to problem solve
• Operate with a sense of teamwork