PCB Inspector – Full Time – Hemel Hempstead

Catering; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Catering is recruiting an experienced PCB Inspector to join our Hertfordshire manufacturing site. The role covers final inspection of PCB assemblies, box builds and finished products, ensuring workmanship meets IPC standards and customer requirements.

Reading engineering drawings, maintaining traceability and supporting root cause investigations are key aspects, with the role based in Hemel Hempstead. A current IPC-A-610 certification is required, with strong attention to detail and

Qualifications

• Experience in electronics or regulated manufacturing environments.
• IPC-A-610 certification (current or recent).
• Ability to read engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication.

Responsibilities

• Final inspection of PCB assemblies, box builds and finished products.
• Verify workmanship to IPC standards and customer requirements.
• Review drawings, work instructions and production documentation.
• Maintain traceability and accurate inspection records.
• Identify, record and elevate defects and non-conformities.
• Support root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stop or quarantine product where quality requirements are not met.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Tools

IPC standards

Job description

PCB Inspector

Monday to Friday + Plus Benefits – Hertfordshire

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Inspector / Inspector to join a growing manufacturing business.

Key Responsibilities as a PCB Inspector

• Final inspection of PCB assemblies, box builds and finished products.
• Verify workmanship to IPC standards and customer requirements.
• Review drawings, work instructions and production documentation.
• Maintain traceability and accurate inspection records.
• Identify, record and elevate defects and non-conformities.
• Support root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stop or quarantine product where quality requirements are not met.

Essential Requirements as a PCB Inspector

• Experience within electronics, aerospace, defence, medical or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Current or recent IPC-A-610 certification.
• Strong understanding of PCB assembly and electronic workmanship standards.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

Salary: £32000 – £38000/annum

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire