Quality Control Associate

CNA Technology – is seeking a Quality Control Associate. This individual will be responsible for inspecting and testing products for conformance to specifications. Our ideal candidate is hard-working, motivated, energetic, hands-on, and effective in a team environment.  See job description below:

Duties and Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Inspects and tests insulated wire and cable for conformance to specifications, using testing instruments, inspection manuals, and blueprints.
• Measures diameter, wall thickness, concentricity of insulation, and thickness of wire or cable, using microscope, pin gauges, and micrometer.
• Attaches weights to cable to test adhesion of insulation to cable.
• Connects sample to electrical outlet and tests effectiveness of insulation under varying voltages, using such instruments as ohmmeter, wheatstone bridge, and galvanometer.
• Tests wearability of insulation, using twisting device.
• Tests breaking strength of wire and cable, using tensile testing machine.
• Examines and feels surface of braided metal shield surrounding insulation to detect imperfections, and cuts off or interlaces protruding metal strands of shield.
• Cuts insulation with knife and compares composition of insulation with specifications.
• Discard or reject products, materials, and equipment not meeting specifications.
• Notify supervisors and other personnel of production problems, and assist in identifying and correcting these problems.
• Discuss inspection results with those responsible for products, and recommend necessary corrective actions.
• Observe and monitor production operations and equipment to ensure conformance to specifications and make or order necessary process or assembly adjustments.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• HS Diploma or equivalent required; Associates/Bachelors Degree in Related Field preferred
• 3-5 years relevant experience; QC experience in a manufacturing environment, cable/wire preferred
• Strong computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel is required
• Self-starter; motivated and energetic individual that is accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving / troubleshooting ability
• Sound organizational and time management skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams, including management, HR, and manufacturing
• Ability to stand and move about for the duration of shift.
• Lifting requirement up to 75lbs max.

CRC Preferred

If you are interested, please send resume to: kzapf@cablenetwork.net.