Post Wave QA

Post Wave QA

Onsite – Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Day Shift (7AM-3:30PM) Full-Time | Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $25/HR - $30/HRLY

Make an Impact at Tecan

As a Quality Assurance - Post Wave team member, you will play an important role in ensuring the quality and reliability of Tecan's printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs). You will perform detailed visual inspections, precision soldering, and touch-up rework to ensure products meet established quality standards and customer requirements.

Working closely with Manufacturing Engineering (ME), Test Engineering (TE), and production teams, you will help identify and resolve quality issues, maintain accurate documentation and traceability, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who takes pride in quality workmanship and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

How Will You Make an Impact?

• Conduct thorough visual inspections of PCB assemblies to verify quality standards and promptly identify any defects.
• Strong proficiency in performing precise hand soldering and rework on both Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and through-hole assemblies, including touch-up and repair activities.
• Execute rework activities in accordance with Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Process Deviations, and Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPI).
• Accurately document all inspection results and rework activities to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Adhere strictly to safety guidelines, ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) precautions, and proper board handling procedures.
• Collaborate proactively with team members to resolve quality issues and share best practices.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with Manufacturing Engineering (ME) and Test Engineering (TE) teams, escalating detected issues as needed for thorough investigation and timely implementation of solutions.
• Contribute to and support continuous improvement initiatives within the department to enhance product quality and process efficiency.

Your Background

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical field preferred.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting assembly drawings, specifications, Bills of Materials (BOM), Manufacturing Process Instructions (MPI), and component values.
• Strong knowledge of ESD precautions, proper board handling, and safety protocols.
• At least 4-5 years of hands-on in PCBA soldering and rework experience.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Skilled in performing detailed work using a microscope.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and effective written and verbal communication in English.
• Capable of safely lifting materials and equipment weighing 15–30 lbs.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods and perform tasks that involve bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, or walking while carrying items.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision effective on your first day
• 16 company-paid holidays
• 401(k) employer match on first 6% contributions (no vesting period)
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• HSA & HRA options
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Legal Shield / Identity Shield
• Discounted Pet Insurance

Salary range: $25/hrly– $30/hrly

(Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with industry data.)