Quality Inspector I (25773)

Neotech; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

NEOTech is seeking an in‑process inspector in Longmont, CO 80503 to inspect products at SMT, Wave, and Selective Soldering stages. You will ensure conformance to IPC‑A‑610, J‑STD‑001 and IPC‑600, handle MSD/ESD, document results, and escalate non‑conformances within the ERP system.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent and 2+ years electronics manufacturing experience, plus familiarity with calipers, gauges, and automated measuring tools like SmartScope or CMM.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 year minimum Electronics manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with measuring devices such as calipers, pin gauges, feeler gauges, height gauges and other measuring instruments.
• Experience with automated measuring equipment is a plus: SmartScope, CMM, etc.
• Certification to IPC-600, IPC-610 & J-STD-001 is a plus.
• Experience with GD&T is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all ESD requirements and Board Handling.
• Verify process compliance to document control procedures.
• Inspect product for conformance to workmanship standards.
• Document inspection results in reports/logs.
• Resolve quality-related issues promptly.
• Stop processes to prevent non‑conforming assemblies.
• Support ISO standards across quality systems.
• Maintain a safe, healthy work environment.

Skills

IPC‑A‑610 requirements

J‑STD‑001 requirements

IPC‑600 requirements

Written & verbal communication

Basic computer skills

Interpretation of specifications

Attention to detail

Sense of urgency

Teamwork

Process monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Pin gauges

Feeler gauges

Height gauges

SmartScope

CMM

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Longmont 0NK54 - Longmont, CO 80503 Education Level: High School Salary Range: $20.00 - $24.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: 1st Job Category: Manufacturing Summary:

Perform in-process inspection on product being processed through the work cell, specifically at SMT, Wave and Selective Soldering operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all ESD requirements and Board Handling.
• Use of Moisture Sensitive Device (MSD) handling requirements based on component moisture sensitive levels (MSL).
• Verify process compliance to document control process and procedures.
• Examine product to verify conformance to workmanship standards.
• Inspects and approves incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, and rejecting unacceptable materials through the designated ERP system.
• Inspect product being processed through work cell according to specific in-process inspector training and procedure, along with IPC-A-610 & J-STD-001 workmanship standards.
• Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs as applicable.
• Resolve quality-related issues in a timely matter.
• Approves finished material and/or product by confirming specifications, conducting visual measurement tests, returning products for re-work and confirming re-work.
• Responsible for stopping processes, with communication to Production Supervisor, lead and/or engineering, to control manufacture of non-conforming assemblies.
• Support and follow all ISO standards related to various Quality Management Systems. These systems may include, but are not limited to, quality, the environment, health, safety and security.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, and complying with legal regulations.
• Perform all other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to apply IPC-A-610 standard requirements
• Ability to apply J-STD-001 standard requirements
• Ability to apply IPC-600 standard requirements
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of interpretation of designated specifications
• High attention to detail.
• Sense of urgency, successful at meeting deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Monitor processes, materials, or surroundings.

Experience/Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 year minimum, Electronics manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with measuring devices such as calipers, pin gauges, feeler gauges, height gauges and other measuring instruments
• Experience with automated measuring equipment is a plus: SmartScope, CMM, etc.
• Certification to IPC-600, IPC-610 & J-STD-001 is a plus
• Experience with GD & T is a plus

NEOTech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

NEOTech has a long-standing commitment to maintaining a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment. We also want all employees to perform their duties safely and efficiently, in a manner that protects their interests and those of their co-workers. We recognize that alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of NEOTech employees and to the security of the Company’s equipment and facilities. Candidates being considered for hire must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test which include screening for illegal drugs and marijuana.