Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician

C.E. Precision Assemblies (CEPA) | Chandler, AZ

Compensation: $22.00 - $27.00 (DOE)

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for ensuring all products meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements within an AS9100 manufacturing environment.

This role goes beyond basic inspection - it requires the ability to interpret drawings and specifications, perform detailed inspections, and own quality documentation, including AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).

At CEPA, our products support critical aerospace and defense applications where precision, compliance, and traceability are non-negotiable. This role plays a key part in maintaining those standards and supporting a “do it right the first time” culture.

The ideal candidate is detail-driven, technically capable, and confident working with both physical product and documentation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection & Validation

Perform visual and dimensional inspections on cable and wire harness assemblies

Verify compliance to customer drawings, specifications, and industry standards

Use precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.) to validate product requirements

Identify and document non-conforming materials and products

Documentation & Compliance

Create, review, and maintain AS9100 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)

Ensure accurate and complete documentation in internal systems and customer portals (e.g., Net-Inspect)

Maintain traceability and proper recordkeeping in accordance with AS9100 standards

Support internal and external audits, including customer audits

Cross-Functional Support

Partner with production, engineering, and purchasing to clarify requirements and resolve quality issues

Communicate discrepancies, risks, and corrective actions clearly and promptly

Support root cause investigations and corrective action efforts

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve inspection processes, documentation accuracy, and workflow efficiency

Assist in strengthening quality systems and standard work practices

Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years of quality control or inspection experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications

Hands-on experience completing AS9100 FAIRs

Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy under time constraints

Preferred

Experience in cable or wire harness manufacturing

Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 and/or J-STD-001 standards

Experience working in an AS9100-certified environment

Experience with Net-Inspect or similar customer compliance systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and quality documentation systems

What You Bring

Strong understanding of inspection techniques and quality standards

Ability to balance speed and accuracy in a production environment

Solid problem-solving skills and sound judgment

Clear communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally

Comfort working with both physical product and detailed documentation