Quality Inspector I (25462)

Job DetailsJob Location: Carlsbad 0NK55 - Carlsbad, CA 92011Education Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $24.00 - $26.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: 1stJob Category: Manufacturing
 

We are looking for a detail-oriented Quality Inspector III to join our electronics manufacturing team. In this role, you will inspect products throughout the production process, with a focus on SMT, Wave Soldering, and Selective Soldering operations.

This role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience inspecting, measuring, and monitoring incoming, in-process, and finished product. IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and IPC-600 certifications are a plus, but we are also open to training and certifying the right candidate.

If you have strong attention to detail, enjoy hands-on work with electronic assemblies, and take pride in helping a team produce high-quality products, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As a Quality Inspector III, you will help ensure products meet workmanship standards, customer requirements, and internal quality procedures. Your responsibilities will include:

Performing in-process inspections on products moving through the work cell, especially SMT, Wave Soldering, and Selective Soldering operations

Inspecting assemblies for conformance to IPC-A-610, J-STD-001 through 006, IPC-600, and company workmanship standards (note: assembly certification does not guarantee inspection certification)

Verifying that materials, components, and finished products meet required specifications

Conducting visual inspections and measurement tests using appropriate inspection tools

Documenting inspection results by completing required reports, logs, and quality records

Identifying and communicating quality concerns in a timely manner

Approving finished materials or products when they meet requirements

Returning products for rework when needed and confirming rework has been completed properly

Supporting the control of non-conforming materials and assemblies

Communicating with Production Supervisors, leads, and Engineering when quality issues arise

Following ESD requirements, board handling procedures, and moisture-sensitive device handling requirements

Supporting ISO Quality Management System standards related to quality, safety, environment, health, and security

Maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant work environment

Performing other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You should be someone who can follow procedures, communicate clearly, and take action when quality standards are not being met.

Education/Work Experience
High School Diploma preferred
Minimum 3 years of experience inspecting, measuring, and monitoring incoming, in-process, and finished product
Experience with measuring devices such as calipers, pin gauges, feeler gauges, height gauges and other measuring instruments
Experience with automated measuring equipment is a plus: CyberScan, CMM, etc.
Certification to IPC-600-Series & J-STD-Series is a plus
Experience with GD&T is a plus
First Article Inspection Report generation IAW AS9102 is a plus

Job Knowledge/Skills

Ability to apply IPC-A-610 standard requirements
Ability to apply JEDEC JESD9C standard requirements
Ability to apply MIL-STD-883 Method 2032 standard requirements
Ability to apply J-STD-001 through 006 standard requirements (note: assembly certification does not guarantee inspection certification)
Ability to utilize Stereo Microscope for inspection of product
Written and verbal communication skills
Basic computer skills: MS Word, MS Excel and MS Planner
Knowledge of interpretation of designated specifications
High attention to detail
Sense of urgency, successful at meeting deadlines
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and as an individual
Monitor processes, materials, or surroundings
Ability to work on multiple tasks using a wide range of procedures with a minimum low-level complexity
Ability to follow established procedures on routine work

Due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident.

Benefits Offered: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program (EAP). Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company-paid Holidays are also provided as paid time off. NEOTech also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match.

NEOTech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

NEOTech has a long-standing commitment to maintaining a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment.  We also want all employees to perform their duties safely and efficiently, in a manner that protects their interests and those of their co-workers. We recognize that alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of NEOTech employees and to the security of the Company’s equipment and facilities. For these reasons, NEOTech is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace.  Candidates being considered for hire must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test which include screening for illegal drugs and marijuana.