Quality Assurance Inspector

Job Description

OFS has one of the longest and most respectable corporate lineages in American business, which goes back to Alexander Graham Bell and the invention of the telephone more than a century ago.

We have a proven track record of being first in the industry with application specific fibers, optical connectors, ribbon cables, erbium doped fibers, Raman fiber lasers, fiber gratings and more.

Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and supplying the best optical fibers, fiber cable and components and devices for our customers, with exceptional service that creates value for our shareholders, customers and employees.

To do so, we must continue shaping the future of communications by applying the best minds to the challenges our customers will continually face.

We currently seek a Quality Assurance Inspector to join our division located in Avon, CT, and help support our continued business growth.

This position will help ensure customer satisfaction by supporting the organizations quality goals and objectives with a primary focus on incoming and outgoing inspection of products.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Incoming inspection and verification of purchased parts and raw materials to documented requirements and specifications.
• Final verification of manufactured product to documented requirements and specifications.
• Product release and issuance of various certificates, waivers, or production related discrepancies.
• Database entry for both quality and manufacturing both in JDE, Manufacturing, and Quality Database
• Assist in registrar, customer and internal audits as needed.
• Assist in resolving customer complaints and RMA’s when requested.
• File and maintain company Quality Records.
• Record and file Material Review Board (MRB) minutes.
• Problem resolution (CPARs, non-conforming material, etc)
• Microsoft Access Quality database activities (Certificates of Compliance, Incoming, Waivers, etc.)
• Miscellaneous tasks related to supporting ISO System; gather data as needed for managers and supervisors.
• Perform other related duties as required by management

Key qualifications include :

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-5 years experience in a Quality or industry-related role.
• Inspection or process / assembly experience in a high technology environment involving small parts, microscopes, mechanical gauges (examples : calipers, digital micrometers, comparators), and other inspection / measurement tools or the aptitude / ability to learn.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings / blueprints, specifications, and ISO procedures.
• Ability to review paperwork and documentation for accuracy
• Basic Computer / PC knowledge ability to use MS Office tools ( Word, Excel, Access, Outlook).
• Knowledge of and experience in an ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or AS9100 based manufacturing environment preferred.

Working at OFS means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience innovation and discover new solutions for the future.

In addition to our dynamic work environment, we offer competitive salaries and generous benefits programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement and a matching 401(k) plan.

Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority.

If you’d like to be part of an energetic, world leader in optic fiber solutions, please apply directly at .

Please Note : Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.

OFS, a Georgia based global company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.