QC inspector (Kirkland QC) - #378772

REF: INTERCONNECTNA01004 DIVISION: Smiths Interconnect JOB FUNCTION: Operations

Job Description

As a Quality Assurance Inspector at Smiths Interconnect you will inspect products, processes, equipment and employees to ensure compliance with the company’s regulatory policies, procedures and specifications. The person ensures that all products leaving the facility meet our quality standards and our customer’s expectations/requirements. You will also be required to work in a clean room environment with appropriate protective garments

Duties & Responsibilities

• In line inspection and data collection
• Incoming inspection of raw materials
• Final/outgoing inspection
• Corrective action initiation and resolution
• Assist with supplier evaluation
• Assists in ISO audits (internal and registrar)
• Works using key cards, written procedures, manuals, drawings and other verbal and written instructions detailing product performance criteria.
• Ability to work with highly sensitive and delicate equipment to ensure all our products are tested/sorted and within specifications.
• Visual inspection of products (possibly using microscope) to company specifications.
• Some mechanical assembly to finalize product after determining performance/quality criteria.
• Serialization of product
• Custom labeling
• Ability to follow documented data collection process and store appropriate data as needed.
• Preparing Certificates of Compliance and any other customer requested test information
• Putting finished product into pre-pack boxes / trays for transfer to Stores
• Accomplish shipping targets as established by the company
• Other tasks as assigned

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual

• Technician’s degree or better in a relevant discipline (Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Photonics, etc.) and at least 3 years of experience related to Quality Assurance
• Candidates must be energetic, proactive and be a team player that can take ownership of their tasks
• A high degree of concentration and close visual attention for sustained periods as well as very close attention to details.
• Advanced organizational skills and time management
• Communicate in English & French (spoken and written)
• Microsoft Office skills (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Experience in an optical design, assembly or optical test laboratory
• Knowledge of micro-electronics Hybrid (chip & wire assembly, ceramics, etc.)
• In-line inspection experience (Quality Assurance)
• In-line test experience in a production environment

About Smiths

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50+ countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170+ year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field

About Smiths Interconnect

Smiths Interconnect is a leading provider of technically differentiated electronic components, subsystems, microwave and radio frequency products that ensure high speed, secure connectivity of critical applications in the defence, aerospace, communications and industrial markets. Our microwave technology is used in radar, communication and surveillance systems that are mission-critical and operate in extreme environments in aerospace and defence. Our microwave components and connectors ensure optimal performance, durability and safety of space satellites. Our semi-conductor test products are used to test highly sophisticated semi-conductors and electronic circuits in communication systems, gaming products and computing devices. Our in-flight antenna systems give passengers internet connectivity gate-to-gate on planes around the world. Our connector and cable solutions ensure reliability of critical medical equipment, and safe operation of trains and transport systems.One of five divisions of Smiths Group, Smiths Interconnect employs over 2000 people. We have a global presence selling our products in over 50 countries with manufacturing facilities in nine countries and offices across North America, Europe and Asia