QC Incoming Inspector

ADP, Inc.; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K matching

PTO

Gym reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Emerald Technologies seeks a QC Incoming Inspector in Brea, CA to ensure incoming materials and PCBs meet engineering drawings, customer specs, and industry standards before entering production. You will perform visual and dimensional inspections, document results, and use precision tools to verify tolerances.

Responsibilities include reading technical files, conducting First Article Inspections when required, and maintaining thorough records in the M2M system.

Qualifications

• Reads blueprints, Gerber files, fab drawings and engineering specs to determine materials and workmanship requirements.
• Performs visual and dimensional inspections per IPC-A-600/IPC-A-610 standards and customer specs.
• Records results per established procedures and uses precision tools to verify tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, Gerber files, fab drawings and engineering specifications to determine materials and workmanship requirements.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of PCBs and components to IPC-A-600/IPC-A-610 standards and customer specs.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) when required and record results.
• Use calipers, micrometers and pin gauges to verify tolerances.
• Input inspection results into the M2M database and ensure documentation completeness.
• Review documents in internal systems and track quality workflows.
• Support failure investigations, root-cause analyses and corrective actions.
• Handle additional quality-related tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Blueprint reading

IPC standards

Inspection

Dimensional measurement

Data entry

Quality systems

First Article Inspection

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Pin gauges

M2M database

Job description

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QC Incoming Inspector

Full Time Brea, CA, US

22 days ago Requisition ID: 1612

Salary Range: $21.00 To $24.00 Hourly

Emerald Technologies has an exciting opportunity for a conscientious Quality "QC" Incoming Inspector to join its Brea, CA team! We are seeking a detail-oriented professional who will ensure that all incoming materials, components, and printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) meet strict engineering drawings, customer criteria, and industry standards before they enter our production line. The Incoming Inspector will perform visual and dimensional inspections of printed circuit boards and custom parts such as connectors, BGAs, heat sinks, brackets, and other mechanical assembly components, recording results in accordance with established procedures.

At Emerald Technologies each employee has a significant role in building innovative products for various industries. Come and work in a supportive, fun team atmosphere where the work is meaningful, and careers have no limits!

Responsibilities of the Incoming Inspector

• Interpret Technical Files: Read blueprints, Gerber files, fabrication (fab) drawings, and engineering specifications to determine specified materials, cosmetic criteria, and workmanship requirements.
• Perform PCB Inspections: Conduct thorough visual and dimensional inspections of printed circuit board assemblies to ensure full compliance with IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610 standards, and customer specs.
• Execute First Articles: Perform and record results for First Article Inspections (FAI) of boards when required.
• Utilize Precision Tools: Operate precision measuring instruments—including calipers, micrometers, and pin gages to verify adherence to strict drawing tolerances.
• Manage Data & Documentation: Input detailed inspection results into the M2M database and verify the completeness of all documentation required by purchase orders.
• Navigate Software Systems: Use internal computer systems to review documents, check files, and track quality workflows.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Assist with failure investigations, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and overall quality improvement initiatives.
• Other Duties: Handle additional quality-related tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits of the Job

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• 401K and company matchingwith no vesting period
• PTO for rest and relaxation
• Gym reimbursement (through Anthem)
• Employee Assistance Program
• A safe and inclusive work environment with team and management support
• Employee training and development
• Community service