Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Smiths Interconnect is a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance interconnect solutions. Our products are used in mission-critical applications across aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and industrial markets. We are committed to innovation, quality, and providing cutting-edge solutions that connect the world’s most demanding systems.
Smiths Interconnect is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year to help create a safer, more efficient and productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defense, space & aerospace and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs c.16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries.
Job Description
Job Purpose
The Quality Control function at Smiths Interconnect is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations by performing incoming, in-process, and final inspections to ensure products meet internal, customer, and regulatory requirements. This role executes Customer Source Inspection (CSI), First Article Inspection (FAI), high-reliability testing, and related quality activities while contributing to continuous improvement, compliance, and on-time delivery objectives.
Responsibilities
Perform incoming inspection of raw materials and components.
Conduct in-process and final inspections in accordance with drawings, procedures, and specifications.
Execute Customer Source Inspections (CSI) and First Article Inspections (FAI).
Perform visual inspections using microscopes and precision tools.
Handle and test highly sensitive and delicate equipment to define quality criteria.
Accurately collect, document, and store inspection and test data.
Prepare Certificates of Compliance (CoC) and customer-specific quality documentation.
Maintain product serialization and traceability records.
Follow documented data-collection and record-retention procedures.
Identify, document, and escalate non-conformances.
Initiate and support corrective actions (NCR/CAR).
Assist in root-cause investigations and verification of corrective measures.
Assist with supplier evaluations and incoming quality concerns.
Support internal and external ISO audits by providing documentation and inspection evidence.
Support contract review activities related to quality requirements.
Perform minor mechanical assembly, labeling, and final packaging of products.
Prepare finished goods for transfer to Stores or Shipping.
Support achievement of daily and weekly shipping targets.
Comply with company Quality Management System, Health & Safety, and security requirements.
Perform other quality-related tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Vocational/technical training in manufacturing, electronics, or mechanical inspection is preferred.
Additional Qualifications
Preferred experience with internal audits. Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%.
0–2 years of experience in Quality Control, manufacturing, or inspection roles.
Technical Knowledge and Skills
Basic knowledge of quality control principles, inspection methods, and manufacturing processes.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, procedures, and work instructions.
Working knowledge of visual inspection techniques, including use of microscopes and magnification tools for fine and precision components.
Familiarity with serialization, labeling, traceability, and documentation requirements in a regulated manufacturing environment.
Understanding of product conformity, non-conformance identification, and corrective action processes (NCR/CAR support).
Basic computer skills for data entry, inspection records, and quality documentation systems.
Ability to handle and test delicate, sensitive, or high-reliability components while maintaining product integrity and cleanliness standards.
Ability to use measurement tools such as calipers, depth gages, etc.
An in-depth understanding of AS9102 FAIs.
Good communication skills, both written and oral.
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