Working Lead Quality Control Inspector

Carlton Industries Corporation (CIC); Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

On-the-job training

Job summary

Carlton Industries Corporation (CIC) is seeking a quality inspector to conduct detailed inspections of PCBs, box builds, and cables, ensuring adherence to IPC standards. The role requires reading complex drawings, BOMs, and documentation, with training provided and potential cross-training across departments.

Ideal candidates will have IPC-A-610 and AS9100D/ISO 13485 familiarity, strong English comprehension, and meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting English documentation and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610, IPC J STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards and ESD.
• AS9100D/ISO 13485 quality management system principles.
• Ability to read BOMs and work instructions.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual and instrumental inspections of assemblies to determine acceptability based on criteria.
• Know SMT and through-hole assembly methods.
• Perform first piece and final inspections per customer/IPC requirements; document results.
• Identify components on PCB using silkscreen markings and design docs.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Document inspection results and nonconformances.

Skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Reading drawings

Quality inspection

Education

IPC-A-610 certification

AS9100D/ISO 13485 QM principles

Tools

AOI machines

Microscopes

Calipers

Job description

Company Description

Carlton Industries Corporation (CIC) is an electronic manufacturing services provider specializing in printed circuit board assemblies, electro-mechanical box builds, and cable assemblies since 1994. CIC is committed to IPC A-610 standards and consistently focuses on meeting and exceeding customer expectations. The company offers high mix capabilities, from prototypes to high-volume production, including SMT and through-hole assembly, in-house testing, robotic conformal coating, dock-to-stock, and inventory management solutions. Carlton Industries is certified to the latest revision of AS9100, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001 and has been ITAR registered since 2004, supporting work for regulated and high-reliability industries. Team members join a quality-driven environment with modern manufacturing processes and established industry certifications.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct through visual and instrumental inspections of complex assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, printed circuit boards, complete box builds, cables, etc. to determine and ensure acceptability for use based on identified criteria.
• Knowledge of SMT (Surface Mount Technology) and through-hole assembly methods.
• Perform first piece and final inspections according to customer & IPC requirements. Verify against the drawings to determine compliance and record inspection status on QC inspection reports.
• Proficiency in identifying components on an assembled Printed Circuit Board (PCB) relying on silkscreen markings , reviewing design documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, Bill of Materials, and work instructions.
• Accurately document inspection results, and nonconformances.
• Assist in training new team members in inspection techniques, procedures, and quality standards, and recommend process improvements to management.
• Proficient at setting-up and operating AOI machines.
• Proficiency in using various inspection and measurement equipment such as microscopes, calipers, gauges, etc.
• Accountable for quality, quantity and inspection of work performed.
• Candidates should demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Possible cross training in different departments as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Working knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC J STD-001, IPC/WHMA-A-620 Electronic quality standards & ESD.
• Working knowledge of AS9100D/ISO 13485 Quality Management System principles.
• Ability to read bill of materials, assembly drawings and perform assigned tasks.
• Expected to read and comprehend well in English both verbally and in written format.
• Component identification ability required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• $25.00 to $40.00. The salary range for this position is competitive and will be commensurate with the candidate’s level of knowledge, experience, and qualifications.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Competitive hourly pay or annual salary.
• Health, dental, vision, long term and short term disability.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• . On-the-job training and career growth paths.