Quality Control Inspector

Rocket EMS, Inc.; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Rocket EMS, Inc. seeks a QC Inspector to ensure high-reliability PCB assemblies meet strict quality standards. You will perform SMT First Article Inspections, monitor production quality, and have authority to stop a line if quality is at risk.

The role requires IPC knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to read blueprints and BOMs. Join a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of IPC workmanship standards (Class 2 & 3).
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and BOMs.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook.
• English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Review MPI, Deviations, ECOs, and Customer Requirements before inspection.
• Perform SMT First Article Inspections and verify IPC-A-610 compliance.
• Monitor throughput and quality; stop production for major defects and escalate as needed.
• Provide daily quality pass-down reports to leads and supervisors.
• Raise and review Technical Inquiries for discrepancies; ensure proper authorization.
• Support bottleneck areas as directed by Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.
• Escalate unresolved issues to the Quality Manager.
• Follow ESD/MSD handling, housekeeping, safety, and inspection protocols.
• Suggest and support continuous process and quality improvements.

Skills

IPC workmanship standards

Blueprints & BOMs reading

English communication

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As anQC Inspector at Rocket EMS, you will be a key part of ensuring that our high-reliability PCB assemblies meet the strictest quality standards. You’ll be responsible for first article inspections, in-process audits, and monitoring production quality across the SMT line. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of IPC standards, and the confidence to stop a line when quality is at risk.

Responsibilities

• Review job documentation (MPI, Deviations, ECOs, and Customer Requirements) before inspection.
• Perform SMT First Article Inspections and verify compliance with IPC-A-610 (Class 2 and 3) and customer standards.
• Monitor throughput and quality on assigned lines; stop production if major defects are found and escape issues immediately.
• Provide daily quality pass-down reports and update leads/supervisors on inspection results.
• Raise and review Technical Inquiries for discrepancies; ensure no jobs start without proper authorization.
• Support bottleneck areas as directed by Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.
• Escalate unresolved issues to the Quality Manager.
• Follow and enforce all procedures related to ESD, MSD handling, housekeeping, maintenance, safety, and inspection protocols.
• Suggest and support continuous process and quality improvements.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).

Experience

• Minimum 2 years in an electronics inspection role within a contract manufacturing or similar environment.
• IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification (required).

Skills

• Strong understanding of IPC workmanship standards (Class 2 and 3).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and BOMs.
• Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to identify and classify defects accurately.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Growth opportunities in a cutting-edge electronics manufacturing environment

Schedule

• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday
• Overtime and weekends as needed

Pay Range

$20 - $25 USD

ITAR/EAR Compliance: Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.

Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.