Quality Inspection – PCBA Group Leader

EPC POWER CORP.•Simpsonville, SC

About The Position

The Quality Inspector – PCBA Group Leader is a working leader responsible for the day-to-day supervision, coordination, and technical oversight of the PCBA Inspection area in Greenville. Reporting to the Quality Systems Manager / Supplier Quality Engineer, this role bridges hands-on PCBA inspection expertise with first-line leadership, ensuring the team delivers consistent, high-quality results aligned with IPC standards and EPC Power’s quality requirements. This is not a purely administrative role. The Group Leader is expected to lead by example on the floor – performing inspections, mentoring team members, solving technical problems, and driving continuous improvement within the PCBA inspection function.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Associate degree in Electronics Technology or a related technical discipline preferred.
Experience in PCBA or electronics inspection, rework, or repair.
Prior experience in a formal or informal team leadership role strongly preferred
IPC-A-610 CIS (Certified IPC Specialist) certification required or must be obtained within an agreed timeframe.
Strong working knowledge of IPC-A-610 acceptability standards for electronic assemblies.
Thorough understanding of ESD handling requirements and procedures.
Understanding of soldering processes, component types, and common PCBA defects.
Knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes, inspection tooling, and product/process validation.
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to develop clear, concise, and timely reports.
Ability to manage shifting priorities with professionalism and adaptability.
Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

IPC-A-610 CIT (Certified IPC Trainer) certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to PCBA Inspectors and PCBA/Electronics Specialists.
Assign tasks, manage workload distribution, and adjust priorities to meet production and quality needs.
Monitor team performance; provide real-time coaching and feedback; escalate issues when necessary.
Support the hiring process by reviewing applicant credentials, participating in interviews, and making recommendations.
Identify and assess team training needs; coordinate, deliver, or arrange appropriate instruction, including IPC-A-610 training and certification support.
Resolve personnel issues or concerns at the team level when possible; escalate to management when required.
Ensure all team members operate safely and in accordance with established procedures, ESD requirements, and 5S standards.
Perform and oversee quality inspections – visual and functional – on PCBAs, electronic components, solder joints, and sub-assemblies per IPC-A-610 acceptance criteria.
Serve as the area’s technical reference for PCBA inspection standards, defect identification, and disposition decisions.
Lead non-conformance detection: identify deviations in soldering quality, component placement, and rework; ensure proper escalation and documentation.
Review incoming PCBA materials and bare boards to verify conformance to specifications and supplier requirements.
Manage the processing of nonconforming boards returned from production, ensuring proper ESD handling, NCMR documentation, and internal disposition.
Generate and review Quality Alerts, inspection reports, Non-Conformance Material Reports (NCMRs), and other quality records.
Maintain departmental files, logs, and databases; ensure data integrity and traceability.
Prepare impact assessments for process and procedural deviations related to electronics manufacturing.
Generate reports and status updates for management and cross-functional teams as needed.
Support the development and revision of PCBA inspection procedures, work instructions, and quality plans.
Assist in the preparation and execution of internal audits and follow-up activities related to the PCBA inspection area.
Support supplier-facing activities, including audits of Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) providers.
Manage and perform equipment calibrations and maintenance for inspection tools (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes, magnification systems, AOI).
Ensure compliance with IPC standards, company procedures, and all applicable quality regulations.
Identify recurring defect trends and drive root cause analysis and corrective action efforts within the inspection area.
Propose and implement process improvements to enhance inspection effectiveness, throughput, and team capability.
Actively participate in cross-functional quality improvement initiatives.
Perform other related tasks and special projects as assigned.
Uphold EPC Power’s standards for ethics, professionalism, and protection of proprietary information.