Quality Control Inspector
About The Position
As a Quality Control Inspector at Rocket EMS, you will help ensure high-reliability PCB assemblies meet quality standards. The role covers first article inspections, in-process audits, and monitoring production quality across the SMT line. It requires attention to detail, knowledge of IPC standards, and the confidence to stop a production line when quality is at risk. The inspector reviews job documentation, verifies assemblies against IPC-A-610 and customer standards, monitors line quality, reports inspection results, and escalates issues. The role also supports production bottleneck areas and continuous improvement while enforcing procedures for ESD, MSD handling, housekeeping, maintenance, safety, and inspection.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of experience in an electronics inspection role within contract manufacturing or a similar environment.
- IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification.
- Strong understanding of IPC workmanship standards for Class 2 and Class 3.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs).
- Basic computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to identify and classify defects accurately.
- Must be eligible to access export-controlled technical data or technology under applicable U.S. export-control laws, or be eligible for any required government authorization.
Responsibilities
- Review job documentation, including MPI, deviations, ECOs, and customer requirements, before inspection.
- Perform SMT First Article Inspections and verify compliance with IPC-A-610 Class 2 and 3 and customer standards.
- Monitor throughput and quality on assigned lines; stop production if major defects are found and escalate issues immediately.
- Provide daily quality pass-down reports and update leads and supervisors on inspection results.
- Raise and review Technical Inquiries for discrepancies; ensure no jobs start without proper authorization.
- Support bottleneck areas as directed by a Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.
- Escalate unresolved issues to the Quality Manager.
- Follow and enforce procedures related to ESD, MSD handling, housekeeping, maintenance, safety, and inspection protocols.
- Suggest and support continuous process and quality improvements.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid time off
- Growth opportunities in a cutting-edge electronics manufacturing environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
