Quality Inspector

Paradigm Information Services; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401K, PTO, sick leave

Job summary

Paradigm Information Services, Inc. is seeking an Electronics Quality Inspector to support our client's electronics manufacturing operations in Vancouver, WA.

The role focuses on inspecting assemblies, documenting defects, and ensuring compliance with IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, AS9102, and internal standards. The ideal candidate has electronics inspection experience, the ability to use microscopes and AOI/X-ray systems, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• IPC-A-610 certification is required
• J-STD-001 certification is required
• Able to inspect electronic components and assemblies with a microscope
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter inspection data into databases
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication
• Able to follow detailed procedures and Quality Management System requirements
• Ability to obtain SMT and Final QA certifications
• Ability to obtain IPC-7711 certification when required by the team

Responsibilities

• Inspect electronic assemblies using 3D AOI systems and determine acceptance based on IPC-A-610 class
• Perform final inspections to ensure products meet quality standards
• Operate AOI systems, X-ray equipment, board washers and related equipment per work instructions
• Document defects, update defect tracking records, and create non-conformance reports
• Complete AS9102 First Article Inspection reports and submit to QA team
• Use MES to track work time and job status
• Read and navigate Fusion documentation, procedures and work instructions
• Assist in updating procedures to reflect current processes
• Follow safety, ITAR, QMS, Lean and 6S standards and identify improvement opportunities

Skills

IPC-A-610 certification

J-STD-001 certification

Microscope inspection

X-ray inspection

Quality documentation

Strong communication

Tools

AOI systems

X-ray equipment

Board washers

Defect tracking databases

Job description

Paradigm Information Services, Inc. | Contract

Quality Inspector

Vancouver, United States | Posted on 07/29/2026

We work with our candidates to ensure that their career goals are a good match to a client company’s organization and environment. We look forward to connecting with you!

Job Description

Paradigm is seeking an Electronics Quality Inspector to support our client’s electronics manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for inspecting electronic assemblies, documenting defects, completing quality reports, and ensuring products meet IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, AS9102, and internal quality standards.

The ideal candidate has electronics inspection experience, strong attention to detail, basic computer skills, and the ability to inspect components and assemblies using microscopes, automated optical inspection systems, and other inspection equipment.

Type: 6 month contract-to-hire

Shift: Day Shift (5:00AM - 3:30pm, Mon - Thurs)

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, 401K, PTO, and sick leave

As a Quality Inspector, you will:

• Inspect electronic assemblies using 3D automated optical inspection systems and determine acceptance based on the applicable IPC-A-610 class
• Perform final inspections of electronic assemblies and determine whether products meet established quality standards
• Operate automated optical inspection systems, X-ray equipment, board washers, and related equipment according to work instructions
• Document defects, complete defect tracking records, and create non-conformance and discrepancy material reports
• Complete AS9102 First Article Inspection reports and submit documentation to the Quality Assurance team
• Use the Manufacturing Execution System to track work time and job status
• Read, understand, and navigate Fusion documentation, procedures, and work instructions
• Help update procedures and work instructions to reflect current manufacturing and inspection processes
• Follow safety, ESD, ITAR, Quality Management System, Lean, and 6S standards while identifying opportunities for process improvement

Requirements

Our skills and experience wish list includes:

• Current IPC-A-610 & J-STD-001 certification
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 electronic assembly inspection standards
• Ability to inspect electronic components and assemblies using a microscope
• Basic computer skills and the ability to enter inspection and defect information into databases
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Ability to follow detailed procedures, work instructions, and Quality Management System requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain SMT and Final Quality Assurance certifications
• Ability to obtain IPC-7711 certification when required by the team

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous final inspection experience within the electronics manufacturing industry
• Previous electronic assembly or printed circuit board inspection experience
• Experience operating automated optical inspection or X-ray equipment

Paradigm offers a competitive benefits package that includesmedical, dental, vision, life, 401K, PTO, and sick days.

About Us, Paradigm

Want to love Mondays? It's possible when you love what you do.Paradigm is a staffing solutions firm dedicated to finding the perfectjob for candidates. We're connected with some of the mostinnovative tech companies around, giving our employees thatcompetitive edge needed in today's job market.

Paradigm Information Services does not discriminate on the basisof race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status,disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation,gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision ofemployment opportunities and benefits.