In-Process Quality Inspector (2nd Shift)

Aptiv; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Referral bonus

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Aptiv in Garden Grove, CA is hiring an In-Process Inspector to embed in the production flow and verify conformance from incoming materials through work-in-progress stages. You will check wire preparation, crimps, and harness assemblies against engineering drawings and customer specifications.

Responsibilities include documenting nonconformances, providing real-time feedback to prevent defects, and maintaining 5S and safety in the work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to ITAR regulations.
• 1–3 years of in-process or incoming inspection experience in high-reliability manufacturing.
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 and J-STD-001 certifications preferred.
• Ability to read technical drawings and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform Incoming (IQC) inspections on cable/connector components and record non-conformances before production release.
• Inspect harness assemblies during WIP to ensure conformance and identify defects.
• Verify wire preparation and contact crimps per customer and industry standards (IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001).
• Compare products against engineering drawings and customer specifications during in-process inspection.
• Provide real-time feedback to prevent defects and ensure conformity before next operation.
• Document nonconforming products and initiate disposition workflows.
• Record objective evidence of compliance in job traveler and quality records.
• Utilize calibrated inspection tools as part of manufacturing operations.
• Maintain accurate job-time tracking using the shop clock system.
• Release conforming products to the next production stage.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Read & interpret drawings

Documentation & record-keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Optical comparators

IPC/WHMA-A-620

J-STD-001

Job description

Aptiv in Garden Grove, CA is hiring an In-Process Inspector to embed in the production flow and verify conformance from incoming materials through work-in-progress stages. You will check wire preparation, crimps, and harness assemblies against engineering drawings and customer specifications.

Responsibilities include documenting nonconformances, providing real-time feedback to prevent defects, and maintaining 5S and safety in the work area.