PCB Final Inspection Supervisor

Gorilla Circuits; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Gorilla Circuits is seeking a Final Inspection Supervisor to oversee the final inspection of printed circuit boards, ensuring quality, reliability, and conformance to customer specifications.

The role manages inspection staff, coordinates with production and engineering teams, and ensures adherence to ISO, IPC-A-610, and customer standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering.
• 3–5 years in PCB inspection or electronics manufacturing.
• Experience supervising or leading a team.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 and ISO 9001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of PCB inspectors.
• Oversee final PCB inspection for defects and soldering quality.
• Review inspection reports and drive corrective actions.
• Prepare daily/weekly inspection reports and metrics.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in inspection tools and processes.
• Serve as customer quality liaison for PCB quality concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Inspection techniques

Soldering standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

IPC-A-610

ISO 9001

Job description

Job description:

Gorilla Circuits one of the leading Printed Circuit Board Manufacturers in North America. We are a dynamic, fast-moving company that thrives on challenges and relies on our employees to consistently push for improvements.
The PCB Final Inspection Supervisor oversees the final inspection process of printed circuit boards to ensure all products meet quality, reliability, and customer specifications. This role manages inspection personnel, coordinates with production and engineering teams, and ensures compliance with company standards and industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervision & Leadership:
  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of PCB inspectors.
  • Assign inspection tasks, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to schedules.
  • Conduct training sessions for inspection staff on processes, standards, and equipment.
• Inspection Oversight:
  • Ensure final inspection of all PCBs for visual defects, soldering quality, component placement, and other quality parameters.
  • Review inspection reports and implement corrective actions for recurring defects.
  • Maintain high standards of quality and consistency across all inspections.
• Process & Compliance:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain inspection procedures and quality standards
  • Ensure compliance with ISO, IPC (e.g., IPC-A-610), and customer-specific standards.
  • Participate in internal and external audits related to PCB quality.
• Collaboration & Reporting:
  • Work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to address issues and improve yield.
  • Prepare and submit daily/weekly inspection reports and metrics.
  • Investigate defects, recommend process improvements, and ensure corrective/preventive actions are implemented.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to enhance inspection efficiency and accuracy.
  • Implement new inspection tools, techniques, and technologies to improve overall quality.
• Customer Quality Liaison:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding PCB quality concerns or inspection-related issues.
  • Investigate customer complaints, coordinate root cause analysis, and communicate findings and corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (production, engineering, and quality) to resolve issues promptly and maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Track trends in customer feedback and implement process improvements to prevent recurrence.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in PCB inspection or electronics manufacturing.
• Previous supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of PCB inspection techniques, soldering standards, and defects.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610, ISO 9001, or equivalent standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Job Type: Full-time