SMT Inspector (1st Shift)

Nidec•Saint Charles, IL

About The Position

Performs inspection and repair of printed circuit boards (PCBs) to verify conformance with specifications. The role examines circuitry for defects, repairs solder mask and circuitry issues, tests circuits and records defective boards. The employee may also inspect internal layers of multilayer PCBs and may be designated as an X-ray technician for printed circuit boards. The position description notes that employees may be assigned other related duties and that reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience.
At least 2 years of inspection experience; solder inspection experience is preferred in the posting's Knowledge/Skills/Abilities section.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to perform simple mathematical computations.
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
Ability to learn, understand, and follow applicable safety precautions and procedures.
Ability to use hands to handle or feel and to reach with hands and arms; frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking, or hearing; frequent lifting or moving up to 25 pounds; occasional kneeling, bending, and crawling; and occasional lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Insert plugs and gauges into drilled holes of PCB panels to verify dimensions.
Measure plating thickness and dimensions on PCB panels using micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, rulers, eye loupes, and electronic measuring devices.
Examine PCB circuitry for defects such as shorts, breaks, excess or missing solder, scratches, cracks, and incorrect layout, using a light table, eye loupe, magnifier, or microscope.
Brush solder mask ink onto PCBs to repair screen-printing defects.
Scrape excess plating or solder mask ink from PCBs using a utility knife.
Repair broken circuitry using a soldering iron.
Record the type and quantity of defective PCBs.
Test solder mask ink adherence using tape.
Test PCB circuit continuity using a bare-board tester.
May inspect inner layers of multilayer PCBs to verify internal alignment and drilled-hole locations meet specifications.