Receiving Inspector

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH ; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic. Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

As a Receiving Inspector at Microwave Products Group – Pole/Zero Corporation in West Chester, OH, you will be responsible for verifying conformance of procured items per specified requirements.

Why work for us?

We prioritize innovation and creativity, career advancement opportunities, a collaborative culture, work -life balance, and competitive compensation and benefits. The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that defines us to all of our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially ourselves.

Benefits of joining our team!

• Annual incentive plan (bonus)
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Up to 10 paid holidays/year
• 4 hours voluntary time off to volunteer for your favorite charity
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, subject to applicable premium deductions
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance – 100% company paid
• Other ancillary insurance options available
• 401(k) retirement account with matching MPG contributions & profit sharing (if applicable)
• Profit Sharing Plan - potential up to 3% of base salary
• Educational Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Gym membership reimbursement up to $120 per year

Primary Responsibilities:

• Inspection of electronic/electromechanical components, mechanical parts, cable assemblies, printed wiring boards, etc. for conformance to engineering drawings, work instructions, customer and vendor specifications, and industry standards.
• Verify conformance and write nonconformance reports when discrepancies are found.
• Verify required provisions have been met
• Verify supplier documentation is accurate
• Conduct transactions in ERP system, move product to stock and/or MRB as required
• Complete First Article Inspections per AS9102 on supplied material
• Maintain appropriate records of supplier documentation and inspections
• Interface with Supplier Quality, Procurement and Materials on product status and supplier performance
• Assist management with implementing process controls, improvement activities, creating work instructions and inspection plans.
• Audit product received directly into inventory
• Assist in investigating complaints of nonconforming product in inventory

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic understanding of IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC-A-600 and other industry standards
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical manufacturing practices.
• Proficient ability to utilize a PC and the Microsoft Office Suite software package.
• Thorough understanding of AS9102 First Article requirements
• Ability to read and interpret prints and datasheets.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Able to manage time and priorities effectively.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate effective written and spoken communications skills.
• Must be able to use basic hand tools/gauges.
• Must be able to use microscope.
• Previous optical inspection equipment experience preferred.

Requirements Include:

• Must be a US person (US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
• High school diploma or GED required.
• A minimum of two (2) years related quality control inspection experience, electronics industry preferred.
• Experience with the use of inspection tools required.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: - per hour

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year (based on schedule worked), paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Ohio : West Chester || Americas : United States : Ohio : Cincinnati || Americas : United States : Ohio : Hamilton

Sub Division : MPG Operations

Job Requisition ID : 64798

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