Quality Source Inspector - PCBA - Level II

SQA Services, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Travel time paid

Job summary

SQA Services is seeking a Quality PCBA Source Inspector for first-shift, part-time work in Los Angeles. 20-30 hours/week across 2-4 days, with travel time paid at 50% of hourly rate and mileage reimbursement at government rate. Must inspect PCBA assemblies for conformance to IPC-A-610 and client drawings.

Candidates should have 3+ years in PCBA inspection, be proficient documenting Certificates of Conformance, and maintain accurate records. ITAR or security clearances may apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as PCBA Inspector/Assembler in electronics manufacturing
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards
• Ability to read PCB assembly schematics and circuit diagrams
• Proficient in documenting Certificates of Conformance (COC)
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual PCBA inspections and paperwork verification at client sites
• Verify PCBA products meet quality and specs, incl. component placement and solder joints
• Inspect soldering, orientation, and placement per design and IPC-A-610
• Confirm shipping docs are legible and accurate (part numbers, serials)
• Check documentation packages to industry standards and classify defects
• Interpret PCB manufacturing drawings and identify non-conformances
• Maintain equipment and keep workspace safe and organized

Skills

PCBA inspection

IPC-A-610 knowledge

Schematic & diagram reading

Documentation of COC

Organizational & communication skills

Education

Engineering degree or technical diploma

GED or high school diploma

Tools

PCB inspection tools

COC documentation software

Job description

For almost 30 years, SQA Services has been a premier leader in providing managed supplier quality services for audits, assessments, remote surveillance assessments, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering to manufacturers within all industries. We deliver services by deploying associates who are located throughout the United States and in 90+ countries around the world to your supplier sites. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with broad experience and local knowledge who can represent our clients on-demand and on-site faster than our competitors.

We’re hiring for a Quality PCBA Source Inspector. The schedule is for the first shift, part-time, 20-30 hours a week, 2-4 days per week on an as-needed basis. If you have a passion for mechanical products and a keen eye for quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

• You will be conducting visual PCBA inspections and paperwork verification at our client's supplier(s)
• Ensure PCBA products meet quality and specification standards, verifying proper component placement, solder joints, and other assembly specifications
• Inspect soldering, component orientation, and component placement for accuracy, as per design and IPC-A-610 standards
• Confirm shipping documentation is legible and accurate (part number, serial number, etc.)
• Check documentation packages to industry standards and classify defects
• Interpret PCBA manufacturing drawings, circuit board layouts, and identify non-conformances
• Periodically verify accuracy and ensure productivity to meet production schedules
• Maintain equipment and keep the work area organized and compliant with safety regulations

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of PCBA assembly methods and processes
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610 standards
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a PCBA Inspector/Assembler in electronic manufacturing or related fields
• Ability to read PCB assembly schematics, and circuit diagrams, and identify electronic components
• Proficient in documenting Certificates of Conformance (COC)
• Strong organizational, communication, and software adaptation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified or previously certified in IPC-A-610
• Diploma or GED from an accredited high school or technical school; college degree in engineering
• Knowledge of electronic contract manufacturing and LEAN manufacturing practices
• 5 years of experience, with 2 years as a PCBA Inspector

$30 - $35 an hour

50% hourly rate for any travel time ("p2p")

Mileage reimbursement at the US gov't rate ($0.725 per mile driven). Untaxed.

Note:

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.

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