Precision In-Process PCB Inspector

Techneeds LLC; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Techneeds LLC is seeking an In-Process Inspector to join a leading EMS provider. You will inspect PCBA assemblies to IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001, using high-power microscopes, and verify AOI/AXI results. Document NCRs and perform FAI against prints and BOMs, with hands-on rework as needed.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, on-site in Manchester, NH. A HS diploma is required; ASQ CQI is a plus. Strong blueprint reading and ESD/FOD discipline are essential.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in a PCBA or electronic assembly environment.
• Proficient in IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 requirements.
• Skilled in visual and solder inspection with high-power microscopes.
• Capable of verifying AOI and AXI/X-ray results.
• Perform FAI using customer blueprints and BOM.
• Experience documenting NCRs and maintaining logs.
• Able to interpret drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong ESD safety and FOD prevention adherence.
• Manual dexterity for SMT touch-ups and component replacement.

Responsibilities

• Inspect solder joints under high-power microscopes and verify IPC/J-STD criteria.
• Perform visual and solder inspections and document results.
• Check AOI and AXI outputs for accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct First Article Inspections using prints and BOMs.
• Document non-conformances via NCRs and maintain logs.
• Interpret engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Adhere to ESD safety and prevent foreign object debris.
• Perform rework/hand soldering when required.

Skills

IPC-A-610 knowledge

J-STD-001 soldering

Visual inspection

AOI/AXI inspection

FAI using blueprints

NCR documentation

Engineering drawings

ESD safety

Hand soldering

High-power microscopes

BOM interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASQ CQI certification (preferred)

Job description

Techneeds LLC is seeking an In-Process Inspector to join a leading EMS provider. You will inspect PCBA assemblies to IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001, using high-power microscopes, and verify AOI/AXI results. Document NCRs and perform FAI against prints and BOMs, with hands-on rework as needed.

Typical schedule is Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, on-site in Manchester, NH. A HS diploma is required; ASQ CQI is a plus. Strong blueprint reading and ESD/FOD discipline are essential.