Quality Assurance Inspector- Electronics

Accelera Staffing; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Staffing is seeking a meticulous Quality Assurance Inspector to join our electronics manufacturing facility in Illinois. You will evaluate electronic goods and PCB assemblies to ensure they meet internal quality protocols and customer requirements, using precision tools and strict IPC-A-610 standards.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, documentation of inspection results in ERP or logs, adherence to ESD safety, and collaboration with manufacturing to trace defects and support

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure quality standards.
• Basic computer literacy, including data entry and Excel.
• Experience operating measuring equipment like calipers or microscopes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect PCB assemblies and sub-assemblies at various production stages.
• Check solder integrity, orientation, and cleanliness against IPC-A-610 and client specs.
• Verify BOMs, revision docs, and assembly instructions are current.
• Use calipers, multimeters, magnifiers, and microscopes for precise measurements.
• Perform functional tests and basic continuity/resistance checks.
• Document findings in logs or quality reporting systems.
• Assist root-cause investigations and CAPA processes.
• Maintain product traceability records throughout production.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical interpretation of drawings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Multimeters

Magnifiers

Microscopes

Job description

Quality Assurance Inspector- Electronics

Our manufacturing team is looking for a meticulous Quality Assurance Inspector to join our facility. In this position, you will be tasked with evaluating electronic goods and components to verify they meet both our internal quality protocols and specific customer requirements.

Primary Duties

• Conduct thorough inspections of PCB assemblies, sub-assemblies, and completed electronic units at various stages of production.
• Ensure high standards of workmanship by checking solder integrity, component orientation, and cleanliness against IPC-A-610 and client benchmarks to prevent defects.
• Validate that all Bills of Materials, revision documentation, and assembly instructions are precise and up to date.
• Utilize precision instruments such as calipers, multimeters, magnifiers, and microscopes to perform accurate measurements.
• Execute essential functional tests, including continuity and resistance checks, to help guarantee product reliability for our end users.
• Adhere strictly to ESD safety protocols to help maintain a secure and compliant working environment for the entire team.
• Document all findings within inspection logs, ERP platforms, or designated quality reporting systems.
• Assist in the investigation of root causes to help improve our overall corrective and preventive action processes.
• Manage detailed records to ensure complete product traceability throughout the manufacturing cycle.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Completion of high school or an equivalent educational program.
• Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting technical assembly drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Exceptional focus on detail to ensure quality standards are consistently met.
• Fundamental computer literacy, specifically regarding data entry and Excel usage.
• Practical experience operating measuring equipment, magnifiers, or microscopes.

Preferred Skills

• Solid understanding of electronic components and the PCB assembly process.
• Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 industry standards.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing methodologies or 5S workplace organization.

Physical Requirements and Environment

• Work is performed within a production and manufacturing floor setting.
• The role requires extended periods of standing or sitting.
• Tasks involve the regular handling of small hand tools and consistent use of microscopes.
• Ability to occasionally lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.