In Process Inspector

Aptiv; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential $2/hour

Referral bonus

Sign-on bonus

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Aptiv in Garden Grove, CA is seeking an In-Process Inspector to ensure conformance across incoming material, WIP, and final assemblies. You will verify wire preparation, contact crimps, and harness assemblies against drawings and customer specs, delivering real-time feedback to prevent defects and support a zero-defect culture.

The role reports to the Quality Lead, requires reading engineering drawings and IPC/WHMA-A-620/J-STD-001 knowledge, and offers a $2/hour second shift differential plus

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of in-process or incoming inspection experience in a high-reliability environment preferred.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 and J-STD-001 familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform IQC inspections on cable and connectors; record non-conformances.
• Inspect harnesses during WIP to ensure conformance and identify defects.
• Inspect wire prep and contact crimps per IPC/WHMA-J-STD-001 standards.
• Verify conformance against drawings and customer specs during in-process inspection.
• Provide real-time feedback to prevent defects and ensure conformity.
• Document nonconforming products and initiate disposition workflow.
• Record objective evidence in job traveler and quality records.
• Maintain 5S, safe work area and comply with safety and policies.

Skills

Reading drawings

Quality inspection

Attention to detail

English communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Google Workspace

ADP

QMS software

Job description

Location: Garden Grove, CA USA

Department: Quality

Reports To: Quality Lead

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Summary: At Aptiv, we inspire the world's most innovative teams by doing the right thing, the right way. As our In-Process Inspector, you are embedded within the production workflow and responsible for ensuring product conformance at every stage of manufacturing—from incoming material verification through work-in-progress inspection. You will verify wire preparation, contact crimps, and harness assemblies against engineering drawings and customer specifications during production. By catching defects early and providing real-time feedback to the production team, you play a vital role in maintaining our ‘zero-defect’ quality culture and preventing costly downstream rework.

This position reports to the Quality Lead.

Leadership & Core Responsibilities

• Perform Incoming (IQC) inspections on job-specific cable and connectors, checking for and recording non-conformances prior to production release.
• Inspect harness assemblies during work in progress (WIP) to ensure conformance and identify process indicators or defects at each production stage.
• Inspect wire preparation and contact crimps for defects per customer and/or industry standard (IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001).
• Verify product conformance directly against engineering drawings, customer specifications, and industry standards during in-process inspection operations.
• Provide real-time production feedback during in-process inspections to prevent defects and ensure conformity prior to the next operation.
• Identify and document nonconforming products discovered during in-process inspection operations and initiate required disposition workflow.
• Record objective evidence of compliance within the job traveler and quality records as part of the manufacturing process.
• Utilize calibrated inspection tools and test equipment as part of defined manufacturing operations.
• Maintain accurate job-time tracking during all inspection processes using the company’s shop clock system.
• Release conforming product for the next production stage in accordance with acceptance authority.
• Champion and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area (5S). Comply with all safety, regulatory, and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Quality Lead.
  
  

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) due to ITAR regulations.
• 1-3 years of in-process or incoming inspection experience in a high-reliability manufacturing environment (aerospace, defense, or medical cable/harness assembly is highly preferred).
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 and J-STD-001 certifications are strongly preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions.
• Proficient in using standard inspection tools, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and optical comparators.
• Strong understanding of AS9100/ISO9001 quality system principles.
• Good English communication skills (reading and writing) and basic computer proficiency.
• Demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
  
  

Certifications & Competencies

Systems Proficiency: Google Workspace / ADP / Syspro / QMS.

Core Competencies: Accountability, Collaboration, and Empowerment (ACE); strong communication, sound judgment, teamwork, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

Additional Rewards: This position is eligible for a $2.00 per hour shift differential for working on the 2nd shift. The company also offers a competitive variety of benefits, including a referral bonus and a sign-on bonus.

Compensation, Benefits & Legal

Total Rewards & Compensation: The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00 per hour. Exact compensation will depend on experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. For benefits and career opportunities, visit https://www.aptiv.com/careers.

EEO Statement

Aptiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities). We adhere to all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination and strictly prohibit workplace harassment of any kind.