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ForterraForterraClarksburg, MD

Manufacturing Inspection Technician

Perform in-process and final inspections of electrical assemblies, wiring harnesses, and enclosures on the production floor. Verify compliance with IPC standards, document non-conformances, and collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to maintain high reliability standards for autonomous defense platforms.

56k – 73k/yr
On-site1+ YOEHardware Engineering

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-process, mid-process, and final inspections directly on the production floor for wiring harnesses, electrical boxes, and subsystem assemblies.
  • Perform visual, mechanical, and electrical testing using tools such as multimeters, calipers, micrometers, and plug gages.
  • Verify adherence to IPC/WHMA-A-620 Class 2 standards for wire and cable assembly quality.
  • Review and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions to validate assembly accuracy.
  • Document inspection results and non-conformances (NCMRs) in real-time and assist production teams with root cause analysis.
  • Collaborate closely with assembly technicians, quality engineers, and design teams to resolve issues quickly and ensure flow without compromising standards.
  • Log QA data and maintain accurate records in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite).
  • Support feedback loops that connect build teams and quality teams, helping refine inspection criteria and improve process effectiveness.
  • Monitor labeling, marking, and dimensional tolerances across electrical subassemblies.
  • Comply with ISO 9001 processes and support internal audits or supplier quality interactions as needed.

Requirements

  • 1–3 years of hands-on inspection experience in an electrical manufacturing or electro-mechanical production environment.
  • Proficient with hand tools and electrical test equipment such as multimeters, Hi-Pot testers, and insulation resistance meters.
  • Experience with blueprint reading, electrical schematics, and IPC standards.
  • Working familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems.
  • Strong documentation and communication skills for clear reporting and issue escalation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Industry background in defense, automotive, aerospace, or medical device manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of NetSuite ERP and ISO 9001 quality systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in first article, mid-process, and final inspections in a high-mix, low-volume environment.
  • IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification (or ability to attain it).

Skills

ipc/whma-a-620blueprint readingelectrical schematicsmultimetershi-pot testersinsulation resistance meterscalipersmicrometersNetSuiteiso 9001Microsoft OfficeRoot Cause Analysis

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