Production Inspector I - 4th Shift

Benchmark Electronics•Rochester, MN

About The Position

The Production Inspector performs routine visual, mechanical, and electrical inspections of printed circuit boards, systems, and sub-assemblies at multiple stages of production to ensure quality and compliance with required standards. The role follows detailed process documentation and works under close supervision, using company procedures to resolve routine issues. The inspector is responsible for the quality of their work to help meet or exceed customer satisfaction and contributes feedback and continuous-improvement ideas.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in basic electronics manufacturing.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and take on additional responsibilities as required.
Effective organization and prioritization skills.
High attention to detail.
Ability to work with diverse groups.
Demonstrated discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment, and professionalism.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance.
Understanding of and ability to use continuous-improvement tools.
Strong customer-service and client focus.
Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products and WebEx conferencing software.
Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required.
Ability to work overtime when needed.
Ability to train on new equipment and cross-train into other site operations as needed.

Responsibilities

Work from process sheets, visual aid packages, engineering change orders, production change notices, critical item lists, and other written instructions.
Inspect component positioning, soldering, markings, and other quality requirements across manufacturing technologies, including identifying issues that may require touch-up.
Obtain required paperwork and drawings for each assignment and verify that the documentation has the correct effective date.
Verify component placement, polarity, and labels on circuit boards.
Use the Defect Code List to identify defects and route boards to rework or repair facilities.
Perform minimal rework and repair duties as necessary.
Perform minimal hand-soldering operations on printed circuit board assemblies.
Complete routing tasks according to procedure.
Enter board and/or system quantities into the Baan ERP system and input data into PFS.
Check configuration on all assemblies.
Provide timely feedback to other operations, management, and support engineering as appropriate.
Follow and maintain accurate process documentation and recommend improvements.
Comply with company policies and procedures and perform other assigned duties.
Participate in continuous-improvement activities.
Maintain responsibility for the quality of own work to help ensure customer satisfaction.