Incoming Inspection

TTM Technologies, Inc.; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to join our manufacturing team in Connecticut. You will perform visual and dimensional inspections of PCBs, operate CMM and AOI tools, and ensure conformance to IPC and customer specifications. Strong attention to detail and safety are essential.

The role requires high school diploma, familiarity with AS9100C standards, and ability to work overtime as needed. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of AS9100C and IPC guidelines preferred.
• Strong math and measurement concept understanding.
• Ability to read blueprints and use calipers/gages.
• Experience with quality documentation and data recording.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect PCBs using inspection equipment and verify conformance to IPC/specs.
• Record inspection data and disposition quantities on forms.
• Perform dimensional inspections with measuring devices (CMM, calipers, micrometers).
• Support daily production with quality issue resolution and corrective actions.
• Operate QA tools like AOI and X-ray equipment as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment and follow PPE procedures.
• Generate reports, track nonconformities, and communicate with supervision.

Skills

General Math

Reading blueprints

Hand measuring tools

AS9100C knowledge

English communication

Color vision / depth perception

Team player

Adapt to changing environment

Detail oriented

Conflict resolution

Safety awareness (PPE)

Physical stamina

Lift up to 40 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Internet

Email

CMM equipment

AOI equipment

X-ray equipment

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. – Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) – Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer

TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology products, including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components, RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies, and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s). TTM stands for time-to-market, representing how TTM's time-critical, one-stop design, engineering and manufacturing services enable customers to reduce the time required to develop new products and bring them to market.

Additional information can be found at www.ttm.com

We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced manufacturing professional or just starting your career, TTM offers a supportive workplace where all skillsets can thrive.

Why Join Us?

• Career Development: We invest in your growth – our Operator Advancement Program supports your goals. We provide operators and assemblers at all levels the opportunity to certify their skills and build their career with us up to 3 times a year by applying to the OAP program. TTM promoted 68% of applicants in the program’s first year!
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive package that reflects your skills and experience along with annual compensation reviews to ensure your growth is aligned with your performance and market trends.
• Comprehensive Benefits and PTO: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best. Enjoy 10 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off annually to recharge.

TTM strives to invest in our team members at all levels, starting on your first day. To support the growth and development of new hires, this position is eligible for a 90 Day Evaluation that includes a pay increase if key performance indicators are met.

Scope:

Perform required inspections and complete quality department documentation, including FAIs. Support Program Managers and production workers with quality issues. Program & Utilize CMM equipment and evaluate results. Conduct tool calibrations and assist with disposition of other quality decisions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Visually inspects printed circuit boards using various inspection equipment (Microscope, calibers, X-ray equipment, AOI equipment) or conformance to customer, IPC guideline specifications and any written procedures.
• Record inspection data accept / reject quantities to inspection forms.
• Performs the dimensional inspection of parts and tools used by manufacturing through the use of mechanical measuring devices such as pin gauges, hand calipers, CMM, and micrometers.
• Involved in the preparation and completion of work on a daily basis.
• Monitors and produces product quality by initiating actions to prevent the occurrence of product nonconformity, identifying and records any quality problems, initiating, recommending, and providing solutions, verifying the implementation of solutions, and controlling further processing delivery of nonconforming products until the deficiency has been corrected.
• Ability to work with chemicals such as but not limited to alcohol and acrylics.
• Performs the testing of the products and the completion of all documentation involved.
• Communicates regularly to supervisors and managers, suggests and composes procedural changes, maintains a clean, safe work environment, and communicates to supervisors safety hazards and issues.
• Generates, accumulates, and handles hazardous wastes generated in daily operations, as directed by the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager.
• Responsibilities include the reporting of all accidents, near misses and safety concerns. Perform their job duties utilizing the required and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Full participation in safety training and the ability to understand and follow the directions identified in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), PPE Assessments, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all Safety Procedures and Alerts.
• Cross train in other areas of QC; assist other departments when necessary.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• General Math skills with ability to understand mechanical measuring/measurement concepts and their applications.
• Ability to use hand-measuring tools such as calipers, gages, etc.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Basic computer skills in the use of Excel, Word, Internet, Email).
• Knowledge and understanding of AS9100C and AS9102 standard.
• Has good English communication skills and mathematical skills.
• Has good reading vision, color discrimination, depth perception, and the ability to speak clearly.
• Ability to perform routine tasks.
• Must be a team player and must work well with others.
• Must adapt to a changing environment.
• Must be detailed oriented & well organized.
• Must have conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work up to 10 hours a day and is flexible to work overtime when needed.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds, bending, leaning, sitting and/or standing for entire shift.
• Ability to safely work or come in contact with chemical, physical (noise, etc) or biological agents.

Education And Experience

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous manufacturing and/or aerospace industry experience preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

TTM offers a variety of health and well-being benefit programs. Benefit options include medical, dental, vision, 401K, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, accident benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid vacation & holidays. Benefits are available 1st of the month following date of hire.

Compensation for roles at TTM Technologies varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience. As required by local law, TTM provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in New York, California and Colorado. For California-based roles, compensation ranges are based upon specific physical locations.

Export Statement:

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to identify ITAR product on the manufacturing floor and understand that access to these products and related technical data is restricted to only US Citizens and US Permanent Residents; b) recognition of Foreign Person visitors by badge differentiation; c) understand and follow authorization procedures for bringing foreign visitors into facilities (VAL); d) understand the Export and ITAR requirements for shipments leaving the US; e) manage vendor approvals for ITAR manufacturing and services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.