Weld Quality Control Inspector

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

The Sanmina Fremont facility is a full-service enclosure systems solution manufacturing plant. Located in California's Silicon Valley, this facility produces low-to-mid volume New Product Introduction (NPI) runs to full-scale volume. The Fremont facility offers everything from small piece parts to fully integrated and tested systems. In addition, this location offers in-house painting capabilities and flexible logistics solutions in distribution, inventory management and hubbing, as well as repair services.

Job Purpose:

Sanmina is looking for a detail oriented and dedicated Quality Inspector for our day shift in our Fremont, CA location. In this role, you will be responsible for determining product acceptance both in-process and at final assembly by inspecting parts per customer drawings and workmanship standards. You will make use of monitoring and measurement devices, as well as perform visual inspection. You will document and submit the results of inspection and testing activities in both paper and electronic systems. You will determine and may assist in developing methods and procedures for quality inspection and control.

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform inspections to determine the quality of both metal components and electromechanical assemblies, visually and dimensionally, based upon internal and customer supplied workmanship standards and drawing specifications.
• Areas of inspection will include primarily machining, sheet metal fabrication, paint and weld, but may extend to clean room and final assembly inspection.
• Perform receiving inspection on incoming purchased components and raw materials.
• Determine and assist in developing methods and procedures for quality inspection and control.
• Apply final labels or markings as required to demonstrate product acceptance.
• Document and communicate any non-conformances identified during inspection activities.
• Perform calibration audits and support internal calibration activities
• Complete daily reports of inspection activities.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity required.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend and lift up to 50 lbs.

Education and Experience Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or college courses.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of quality assurance experience in a mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Experience with weld inspection HIGHLY DESIRED.
• Experience as a CMM operator is a plus.
• Must have knowledge of GD&T drawings consistent with the latest revisions of the ASME standards.
• Ability to design and build fixtures for welding parts
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to pass a weld test
• Welding Certification is a plus, knowledge in robot weld, arc weld, spot weld
• Knowledge of mechanical inspection and able to use inspection tools
• Experience reading and interpreting Bill of Materials (BOM), workmanship standards and customer engineering specifications.
• Experience with basic inspection equipment and measurement such as, but not limited to bore gauge, caliper, micrometer, pin gauges, etc.
• Competent in word processing, spreadsheets, and data analysis.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Must be flexible in regards to overtime availability and work with minimal supervision.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• The employee may be exposed to dust, oil, coolant, and noise.
• The usual noise level in the work environment is moderate.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to adapt to frequent changes to work processes.

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Salary Range: $ $28.00 per hour. Actual base pay within this range (determined at the offer stage) will be based on a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, and skills, and is just one element of our total rewards package.