Production Inspector I - 11567

Benchmark Electronics Inc; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 24,562 - 27,248; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Plan

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Benchmark Electronics Inc is looking for a Production Inspector in Rochester, Minnesota. This full-time role involves ensuring quality compliance for printed circuit boards through visual and mechanical inspection.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma, at least one year of electronics manufacturing experience, and proficiency in inspection methods. The role offers competitive pay and benefits including health insurance and a bonus plan.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in basic electronics manufacturing.
• Understanding of continuous improvement tools.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Inspect for component positioning, soldering, markings, and other quality criteria.
• Conduct minimal hand solder operations on printed circuit board assemblies.
• Maintain accurate process documentation and recommend improvements.

Skills

Visual inspection methods

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organization skills

Microsoft Office products

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Minnesota: Rochester | Manufacturing / Production | Full Time

Description

Benchmark is focused on innovation and impact across various sectors, including aerospace, defense, advanced computing, and medical. The Production Inspector ensures quality of printed circuit boards, systems, and sub‑assemblies through visual, mechanical, and electrical inspection in compliance with required standards.

Summary

The Production Inspector performs routine visual, mechanical, and electrical inspection of printed circuit boards, systems, and sub‑assemblies at several points in the operation to ensure quality compliance.

Responsibilities

• Work from detailed Process Sheets, Visual Aid Packages, Engineering and Production Change Orders, and Critical Item Lists.
• Inspect for component positioning, soldering, markings, and other quality criteria for various manufacturing technologies; identify and record defects.
• Retrieve and verify appropriate paperwork, drawings, and effective dates for each job assignment.
• Verify placement, polarity, and labeling on circuit boards.
• Use Defect Code List to identify defects and route boards to rework/repair facilities; perform minimal rework/repair duties as needed.
• Conduct minimal hand solder operations on printed circuit board assemblies.
• Execute routing tasks per procedure and enter quantities into Baan ERP and PFS systems.
• Maintain accurate process documentation, recommend improvements, and provide timely feedback to other operations, management, and support engineering.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety standards; perform duties under close supervision.
• Handle tasks of limited scope following standard practices and procedures; build stable working relationships internally.
• Demonstrate professional judgment in resolving routine issues and ensuring quality exceeds customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in basic electronics manufacturing.
• Proficiency with visual inspection methods such as PIR, WPI, FPI, and AOI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal, multitasking, organization, prioritization, and discretion skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work with diverse groups.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, exercising independent judgment.
• Understanding of continuous improvement tools.
• Strong customer service and client focus.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and WebEx conferencing software.
• Capability to support 24/7 operations, work overtime when needed, and train on new equipment.
• Participation in continuous improvement activities.

Compensation

$17.83 to $19.78 USD per hour.

Benefits

Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance based on scheduled hours.

Drug Testing Notice

This safety‑sensitive position requires a pre‑employment drug test as permitted by law.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. If you need accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail].