In-process Quality Technician

ADDVALUE INNOVATION PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ADDVALUE INNOVATION PTE LTD is seeking an In-process Quality Technician to perform inspection during manufacturing, ensuring products meet quality standards, customer requirements, drawings, and IPC requirements.

You will support early defect detection, record findings, and collaborate with Production, Process and Test teams to maintain quality and production flow.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in quality inspection in electronics manufacturing.
• Able to read drawings, specs and work instructions.
• Basic IPC-A-610 knowledge and ESD handling a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspection according to plans and criteria.
• Monitor workmanship and process compliance on production lines.
• Record non-conformances and support containment actions.
• Collaborate with Production, Process, Test and Quality teams.
• Ensure inspection records and forms are completed correctly.
• Support continuous improvement to reduce defects.

Skills

Reading drawings

IPC-A-610 knowledge

Quality inspection

Documentation accuracy

Attention to detail

Education

NITEC or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Microscopes

Gauges

Job description

Brief Description & Role

This role is responsible for performing in-process quality inspections and checks during manufacturing to ensure products comply with quality standards, customer requirements, drawings, work instructions, and applicable IPC requirements. The In-process Quality Technician supports early detection of defects, timely reporting of quality issues, and effective containment actions to maintain product quality and production flow.

Responsibilities

• In-process Inspection: Perform inspection and verification of products during manufacturing stages in accordance with quality plans, drawings, specifications, work instructions, and acceptance criteria.
• Quality Monitoring: Monitor workmanship, process compliance, and product quality at production lines to ensure defects are identified and escalated promptly.
• Defect Reporting: Record inspection results, non-conformances, and quality findings accurately, and support proper segregation, containment, and disposition of defective materials or products.
• Manufacturing Support: Work closely with production supports, process engineers, and test engineers to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Documentation Compliance: Ensure inspection records, checklists, quality forms, and related documentation are completed correctly and maintained in accordance with company procedures.
• Continuous Improvement: Support improvement activities related to defect reduction, first-pass yield improvement, process control, and quality awareness on the production floor.

Requirements

• NITEC, Higher NITEC, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical discipline.

Skills, Experiences & Knowledge

• At least 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in quality inspection, in-process quality control, electronics manufacturing, PCBA, box build or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Able to read and understand drawings, specifications, work instructions, inspection criteria, and quality control plans.
• Basic knowledge of IPC-A-610 workmanship standards, ESD control, component handling, and PCBA inspection requirements is an added advantage.
• Familiar with common inspection tools and equipment such as magnifiers, microscopes, calipers, gauges, and basic measuring instruments.
• Good attention to detail, discipline in documentation, and ability to identify workmanship defects or process abnormalities.
• Able to communicate quality issues clearly and work effectively with Production, Process, Test, and Quality teams.