QC & Test Technician

Summary

SWARCO McCain, Inc. is seeking a QC & Test Technician to ensure that finished electronic products meet established quality standards. The role involves performing inspections and functional testing in a manufacturing environment, while also supporting low-volume, high-mix manufacturing and internal training.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspection of finished electronic products to verify compliance with defined quality standards and specifications
• Execute functional and electrical testing in accordance with established procedures, work instructions, and test plans
• Operate test equipment, fixtures, interfaces, and software-based test systems as required
• Accountable for product functionality, performance, and conformance to technical requirements
• Accurately record and document inspection and test results in physical or electronic systems, report and communicate defects, failures, and nonconformities
• Read product specifications, electrical diagrams, mechanical drawings
• Support failure analysis and authorized rework activities when applicable
• Comply with internal quality procedures, safety requirements and ESD controls
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams for assembly or packing
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams as needed

Skills

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 1-3 years' experience in quality control, inspection or testing role in a manufacturing or regulated environment
• Intermediate knowledge of electronics principles and system-level functionality
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical documentation, test and manufacturing instructions
• Proficient use of electrical test and measurement equipment (multimeters, power supplies, etc.)
• Analytical mindset for troubleshooting functional issues and anomalies
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Self-motivation and willingness to learn through internal training
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Primarily works in a controlled indoor environment, with exposure to temperature variations and warehouse conditions
• Job frequently requires walking, standing and handling objects
• Job occasionally requires kneeling, stooping, forward bending, reaching, and talking. Some occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
• Hearing requirements: Ability to hear people over the telephone and in person; hear noises in surrounding areas, i.e., forklifts in the warehouse for safety purposes. Ability to tolerate loud noises from various manufacturing machines
• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically and to perform inspections and tests
• Technical or vocational training preferred
• Knowledge in software coding languages. Linux preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are helpful, but not required

Qualifications

Must Haves

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 1-3 years' experience in quality control, inspection or testing role in a manufacturing or regulated environment
• Intermediate knowledge of electronics principles and system-level functionality
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical documentation, test and manufacturing instructions
• Proficient use of electrical test and measurement equipment (multimeters, power supplies, etc.)
• Analytical mindset for troubleshooting functional issues and anomalies
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Self-motivation and willingness to learn through internal training
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Primarily works in a controlled indoor environment, with exposure to temperature variations and warehouse conditions
• Job frequently requires walking, standing and handling objects
• Job occasionally requires kneeling, stooping, forward bending, reaching, and talking. Some occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
• Hearing requirements: Ability to hear people over the telephone and in person; hear noises in surrounding areas, i.e., forklifts in the warehouse for safety purposes. Ability to tolerate loud noises from various manufacturing machines
• Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically and to perform inspections and tests

Nice to Haves

• Technical or vocational training preferred
• Knowledge in software coding languages. Linux preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are helpful, but not required

Benefits

• Benefits package to support you and your family’s health. From medical, dental, and vision, to flexible spending accounts for both health and dependent care.
• Educational reimbursement to help keep your career updated.
• Save money on tickets to the San Diego Zoo, other amusement parks, movies, indoor skydiving and so much more with our employee discount program.
• Paid time off, holidays, company-matched 401(k) plan and more!