Quality Technician MRA-The Management Association life insurance, vision insurance United States, Wisconsin, Fort Atkinson Aug 12, 2026 ETI Quality Technician Fort Atkinson, WI

POSITION SUMMARY

The Quality Inspector is responsible for performing final inspection of wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and printed circuit board (PCB) assemblies to ensure compliance with customer specifications, engineering drawings, IPC workmanship standards, and internal quality procedures. This position serves as the final quality gate prior to shipment across both American Cable & Harness (ACH) and Electronic Technologies International (ETI), ensuring only conforming products are released to customers. As a team player committed to our company's success, this inspector will support both facilities with the ability to identify process improvements, work cross-functionally with Production and Engineering teams, and contribute to our continuous improvement initiatives. During the first 90-120 days, this role includes structured training across both ACH and ETI facilities to build comprehensive expertise in wire harness and PCB inspection.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Final Product Inspection

• Perform final inspection of wire harnesses, cable assemblies, box build assemblies, and PCB assemblies
• Verify all products conform to customer drawings, specifications, Bills of Material (BOMs), and work instructions
• Ensure all products meet IPC workmanship requirements (IPC/WHMA-A-620 and

IPC-A-610

)

• Verify labeling, serialization, packaging, documentation, and customer-specific requirements
• Complete inspection documentation accurately and maintain product traceability
• Approve or reject finished products based on acceptance criteria Wire Harness Inspection (Primary at ACH) Inspect in accordance with

IPC/WHMA-A-620

• Wire routing and dress, crimp quality, terminal insertion, connector orientation
• Pin location verification, wire strip lengths, heat shrink installation
• Cable tie placement, cable identification, strain relief, splices
• Shield terminations, torque verification, mechanical hardware installation PCB Assembly Inspection (Primary at ETI) Inspect in accordance with

IPC-A-610

• Solder joint quality, component placement and orientation, polarized device verification
• Lead trimming, solder bridges, insufficient/excessive solder, lifted pads
• Damaged components, Foreign Object Debris (FOD), conformal coating (when applicable)
• Mechanical assembly and connector installation Quality Support & Continuous Improvement
• Communicate defects to Production and Quality Manager
• Verify effectiveness of rework before product release
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective action activities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancement

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2-3 years of manufacturing inspection experience
• Ability to read engineering drawings and wiring diagrams
• Ability to interpret BOMs and assembly documentation
• Excellent attention to detail and visual inspection capability
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

IPC/WHMA-A-620

Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)

IPC-A-610

Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)

• Experience inspecting cable assemblies and PCB assemblies
• ISO 9001 and ESD handling experience
• Experience with precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, microscopes)
• ERP/MRP software experience (ShopWorX preferred)

SEE YOURSELF HERE!

Each employee of ETI/ACH directly shares in the company's success. We want individuals who are team players, who can help us identify opportunities to drive our business forward. We are agile in our approach, and accountable for our actions. We focus on teamwork and remain committed to our goals each day. Innovation and problem-solving skills are critical for driving our company to the next level. If you possess these skills, we encourage you to apply today. If you enjoy a challenge and are driven to succeed, come join us! For full- time employees we offer health, dental and vision insurance available after 60 days of employment as well as disability and life insurance after 30 days. We prioritize safety and strive to create a work/life balance for our employees.