Quality Control Inspector
Summary
Inspects printed circuit board assemblies for quality and compliance with IPC standards in a contract electronics manufacturing environment.
As an QC Inspector at Rocket EMS, you will be a key part of ensuring that our high-reliability PCB assemblies meet the strictest quality standards. You’ll be responsible for first article inspections, in-process audits, and monitoring production quality across the SMT line. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of IPC standards, and the confidence to stop a line when quality is at risk.
Responsibilities
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Review job documentation (MPI, Deviations, ECOs, and Customer Requirements) before inspection.
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Perform SMT First Article Inspections and verify compliance with IPC-A-610 (Class 2 and 3) and customer standards.
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Monitor throughput and quality on assigned lines; stop production if major defects are found and escalate issues immediately.
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Provide daily quality pass-down reports and update leads/supervisors on inspection results.
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Raise and review Technical Inquiries for discrepancies; ensure no jobs start without proper authorization.
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Support bottleneck areas as directed by Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.
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Escalate unresolved issues to the Quality Manager.
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Follow and enforce all procedures related to ESD, MSD handling, housekeeping, maintenance, safety, and inspection protocols.
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Suggest and support continuous process and quality improvements.
Qualifications
Education
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High school diploma or equivalent (required).
Experience
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Minimum 2 years in an electronics inspection role within a contract manufacturing or similar environment.
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IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification (required).
Skills
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Strong understanding of IPC workmanship standards (Class 2 and 3).
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Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and BOMs.
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Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
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Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
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Detail-oriented with the ability to identify and classify defects accurately.
Benefits
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401(k) with company match
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Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
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Paid time off
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Growth opportunities in a cutting-edge electronics manufacturing environment
Schedule
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8-hour shift, Monday–Friday
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Overtime and weekends as needed
Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.