Quality Inspector II - 2nd Shift

Amphenol Apc; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Amphenol is seeking a PCB Inspector to perform final-stage visual inspection of printed circuit boards, including backplanes, daughter cards, flex circuits, and assemblies, ensuring compliance with IPC-TM-650.

Candidates should read blueprints, operate micrometers and Vernier gauges, and may use a CMM (Optek). Overtime and cross-training in other departments may be required, with adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Reading blue prints and customer drawings.
• Ability to read and follow IPC specifications.
• Use of measuring tools (micrometer, Vernier, pin gauges).
• Experience with CMM is a plus and IPC-A-600 knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect PCBs including backplanes, daughter cards, flex circuits and assemblies.
• Perform physical measurements such as Bow & Twist and adhesion testing per IPC-TM-650.
• Inspect final finishes (tin, gold, solder) for spec conformance.
• Follow process instructions on batch cards and inspection reports.
• Support First Article Inspections (FAIs) and cross-train as needed.
• Overtime/alternate shifts or weekends may be required.

Skills

Read blueprints

Micrometer

Vernier calipers

Pin gauges

IPC-TM-650 knowledge

IPC-A-600 certification understanding

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

IPC-A-600 Certification

2+ years PCB experience (plus)

Tools

CMM (Optek)

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Job description

This position is responsible for inspection of Printed Circuit Boards in the final stages.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Visual inspection of printed circuit boards including - backplane, daughter cards, flex circuits, and assemblies.
• Must be able to use a micrometer, Vernier and pin gauges.
• Use of Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM) desired, Optek.
• Follow process instructions on work documents such as batch cards, and Inspection Reports.
• Perform physical measurements such as Bow & Twist, and adhesion testing based on IPC-TM-650.
• Perform physical and visual inspection of final finishes such as Tin, Gold, Solder, and verify that they meet specifications.
• Inspection of various product types (flex, rigid-flex, rigid)
• Work safely to prevent injuries and follows all safety regulations.
• May be required to cross train in other departments.
• Ability to assist with and/or complete First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• This position may require overtime for coverage on alternate shifts and weekends.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read blue print /customer drawings.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to work standing for extended periods of time and able to lift up to 25 lbs. safely.
• Understand basic IPC specification and understand military/commercial specs.
• IPC-A-600 Certification
• Basic Computer experience - Microsoft Office-Outlook/Word/Excel.
• 2+ Years PCB experience a plus.

Amphenol offers a competitive salary and benefits. The candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20). Amphenol is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

Amphenol is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.