Component Inspector

Smith & Associates Far East Ltd.; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith & Associates Far East Ltd. in Hong Kong is seeking a Component Inspector to perform hands-on testing and inspection of IT hardware components, including servers and network equipment, to ensure quality and compatibility.

You will configure products to customer specifications, document discrepancies, and collaborate with Inventory, Production Control, Supply Chain and Sales to resolve issues while maintaining strict ESD and safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience assembling or hands-on testing IT hardware (servers, accessories).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• SAP or SAP ByDesign experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Sort, repair, test and troubleshoot electronic hardware.
• Configure products to customer specifications.
• Generate discrepancy reports.
• Provide customer technical support.
• Interface with Inventory, Production Control, Supply Chain and Sales to troubleshoot issues.
• Address inventory spec issues and provide updates to Supply Chain and Inventory Control.
• Assist Operations team and other departments as needed.
• Adhere to and maintain ESD requirements in all required work areas.
• Adhere to all quality, safety and environmental processes and policies.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

SAP

SAP ByDesign

Job description

Component Inspector Essential Job Duties

• Sort, repair, test and hands-on troubleshoot electronic hardware, including but not limited to servers, network equipment, computers and spare parts
• Configure products to customer specifications
• Generate discrepancy reports
• Provide customer technical support
• Interface with Inventory, Production Control, Supply Chain, and Sales to troubleshoot and resolve any customer's technical issues
• Address any inventory spec issues and provide updates to Supply Chain, Inventory Control and Management
• Assist Operations team and other departments as needed
• Adhere to and maintain ESD requirements in all required work areas
• Adhere to and maintain all quality, safety and environmental processes and policies

Competencies

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and learn quickly.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail.
• Teamwork experience and strong team player

Experience

• Prior experience with assembling or hands-on testing of IT hardware (specifically Dell or HP).

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Software Requirements

• General knowledge of Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Microsoft Access Database experience a plus
• Experience in SAP or SAP ByDesign is a plus

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

Position Type

• Full-Time/Regular

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Founded in 1984, Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components. Smith's Intelligent Distribution™ model offers a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions to source, manage, test, and ship billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. The company is backed by more than 25 certifications and accreditations and has developed and implemented sustainable practices that exceed industry and regulatory requirements. Building on its decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence, Smith generated more than USD $3.4 billion in global revenue in 2025 and ranks eighth among all global distributors. Visit www.smithweb.com to learn more.