PCB Assembly Quality Assurance Inspector

Torrey Holistics; Ironwood (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Torrey Holistics is seeking a PCB Assembly Quality Assurance Inspector to ensure that builds meet IPC criteria and internal specifications throughout production, from setup through final inspection. The role involves in-process checks, finished-goods audits, and rapid feedback to manufacturing to maintain quality standards.

Responsibilities include verifying machine setups, performing first-piece and ongoing inspections, and documenting results per the QMS.

Qualifications

• Proficient with IPC-A-610 and IPC J-STD criteria.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 practices.
• Knowledge of PCB components and assembly processes.
• Ability to perform first-piece inspections and in-process checks.

Responsibilities

• Verify machine set-ups at start of runs and document verifications per QMS.
• Conduct in-process, inspection of finished goods, and audit activities.
• Measure parts to specified dimensions and verify alignment and fit.
• Inspect solder joints and PCB circuitry for defects and layout errors.
• Approve repairs and coordinate nonconforming material disposition.
• Collaborate with production to provide timely feedback and support problem solving.

Skills

IPC-A-610

IPC J-STD

ISO 13485 practices

PCB components knowledge

Root-cause analysis (5 Why)

Clear communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microscope

QMS documentation system

Job description

Shape product quality from the first piece to final shipmentAs a PCB Assembly Quality Assurance Inspector, you are the steady hand that keeps our builds on spec and our processes on track. Your day begins on the production floor, partnering with operators to verify machine set-ups and confirming that processes align with our quality management system (QMS). Throughout the shift, you perform in-process checks, finished-goods inspections, and audit activities, recording every result to the standards our QMS requires.What your day looks likeVerify process and equipment set-ups at the start of runs; document verifications per QMS.Conduct manual inspections at incoming, in-process, and final stages to industry standards.Ensure workmanship meets applicable IPC criteria and internal specifications.Measure parts to specified dimensions and confirm alignment and fit.Use microscopes/magnification to identify surface and soldering defects.Compare incoming materials against drawings/print specifications.Review cable and harness assemblies against wiring diagrams; trace conductors to confirm routing and terminations.Examine PCB circuitry for shorts, opens, excess or missing solder, scratches, cracks, or layout errors.Assess joints, wires, and cables to locate solder defects.Inspect parts for chips, scratches, and pinholes.Perform first-piece inspections against bill of material (BOM) data.Approve completed repairs and re-inspect; involve the Production Manager and Quality Manager when appropriate.Coordinate in-process disposition of nonconforming material.Collaborate closely with production to provide timely feedback and support problem solving on nonconformities and other assignments from the Quality Assurance Manager.What you bringHands-on expertise with IPC-A-610 and IPC J-STD criteria.Familiarity with ISO 13485 practices.Knowledge of PCB components and assembly processes.Comfort using 5 Why or similar root-cause techniques.Clear, constructive communication and strong interpersonal skills.DetailsJob Type: Full-timeWork Location: In personBenefits401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insurance