Quality Inspector

Screaming Circuits; Canby (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Evening shift differential 12%

4-day workweek

Job summary

Milwaukee Electronics is seeking a Quality Inspector I to visually inspect PCB assemblies and box‑build products, document results, and communicate findings to support production quality. You will use AOI systems, microscopes, and magnification lamps to verify workmanship to IPC‑A‑610 standards, log results in FactoryLogix, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced, lean environment.

This entry‑level role requires a high school diploma or GED; basic computer skills; attention

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Entry‑level position; prior electronics or manufacturing experience is helpful but not required.
• Ability to demonstrate basic computer proficiency at company systems, email, HRIS (e.g., UKG), and basic daily tasks.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain focus during repetitive inspection tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of electronic components, subassemblies, and finished assemblies to IPC‑A‑610 workmanship standards.
• Inspect SMT, through‑hole, and rework assemblies for quality and workmanship.
• Use inspection tools including AOI systems, microscopes, and magnification lamps.
• Verify products against drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Accurately document inspection results in FactoryLogix and daily inspection records.
• Communicate defects and quality concerns to production and quality teams.
• Attend daily team meetings and collaborate across departments.
• Participate in continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Job description

Work just 3 days a week — and enjoy a 4-day weekend every week.

This position follows a Thursday – Saturday | 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM schedule, giving you full-time hours in three days and four consecutive days off to recharge, spend time with family, or pursue what matters most to you.

Additional perks of this schedule:

• Overtime pay for hours worked beyond 10 per day or 40 per week

12% shift differential pay for working evening/night hours

• A consistent, predictable schedule you can plan your life around

JOIN MILWAUKEE ELECTRONICS – OVER 70 YEARS OF INNOVATION & EXCELLENCE

Milwaukee Electronics is a contract electronics manufacturer bringing innovations to life from prototype to production. Our mission is to Accelerate — expanding what's possible for our customers, our people, and our communities. We operate as One Team, Take Ownership, Seek to Serve, and Go Beyond.

About the Role

Quality is built into everything we do at Milwaukee Electronics — and the Quality Inspector I is a key part of making that happen. In this role, you'll perform visual inspections of PCB assemblies and box-build products, document results, and communicate findings to help keep production running to the highest standards. If you have a sharp eye, strong attention to detail, and enjoy hands‑on work in a team environment, this is a great place to start and grow.

What You'll Do

• Perform visual inspections of electronic components, subassemblies, and finished assemblies to IPC-A-610 workmanship standards


• Inspect SMT, through‑hole, and rework assemblies for quality and workmanship


• Use inspection tools including AOI systems, microscopes, and magnification lamps


• Verify products against drawings, specifications, and customer requirements


• Accurately document inspection results in FactoryLogix and daily inspection records


• Communicate defects and quality concerns to production and quality teams


• Attend daily team meetings and collaborate across departments


• Participate in continuous improvement and Lean initiatives


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required


• Entry‑level position; prior electronics or manufacturing experience is helpful but notrequired.


• Ability to demonstrate basic computer proficiency, including logging into company systems with a username and password, navigating email, accessing and reviewing timecards through the HRIS (e.g., UKG), completing online training, using employee self‑service applications, and performing basic computer tasks required to support daily work responsibilities.


• Basic math skills and ability to follow written work instructions


• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain focus during repetitive inspection tasks

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be seated or standing, based on their workstation. Employeeis occasionally required tostand and/or walk; Employee mustfrequentlyuse hands to point, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close & distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts,fumesor airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

MILWAUKEE ELECTRONICS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 414-228-5000 or [e-mail].

Because this job has access to controlled technology, we must comply with ITAR. Any job offers will be contingent on verification that the candidate is a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum/refugee status in the U.S.) or can otherwise satisfy ITAR compliance requirements. If applicable, if an individual is not a U.S. person, our policy is to not take the extra step of seeking approval from the federal government for that person to work in this position.

Upon hire, the successful candidate must present acceptable proof of identity and current authorization to work in the U.S., as required on Form I-9. We do not provide sponsorship support for employment‑based visas such as H-1B.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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