Quality Inspector

Paradigm Information Services, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

401K

PTO

Sick leave

Job summary

Paradigm Information Services seeks an Electronics Quality Inspector to support client electronics manufacturing operations. You will inspect assemblies, document defects, and ensure compliance with 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 can operate microscopes, AOI systems, X-ray equipment, and related inspection tools to verify conformance.

Qualifications

• Current IPC-A-610 and 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.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electronic assemblies using 3D AOI systems and determine acceptance based on IPC-A-610 class.
• Perform final inspections of electronic assemblies and verify quality standards.
• Operate AOI systems, X-ray equipment, board washers per work instructions.
• Document defects and maintain defect tracking and non-conformance reports.
• Complete AS9102 First Article Inspection reports and submit to QA.
• Use MES to track work time and job status.
• Read and follow Fusion documentation, procedures, and instructions.
• Help update procedures to reflect current manufacturing and inspection processes.
• Follow safety, ESD, ITAR, QMS, Lean, and 6S standards and seek process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Quality inspection experience

Education

IPC-A-610 certification

J-STD-001 certification

AS9102 knowledge

Tools

AOI systems

Microscope

X-ray equipment

MES (Manufacturing Execution System)

Board washers

Job description

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)

Location: On-site, Vancouver, WA

Benefits

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

Job No.: Para_1475

*Assignment lengths are estimated based on the expected load or scope of work. There is a possibility that the work may last longer or finish sooner than anticipated.*

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

• 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
• Experience completing AS9102 First Article Inspection documentation

Paradigm offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, 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 perfect job for candidates. We're connected with some of the most innovative tech companies around, giving our employees that competitive edge needed in today's job market.

Paradigm Information Services does not discriminate on the basis of 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 of employment opportunities and benefits.