Quality Technician

Aerotek; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek Newark, NY is seeking a Quality Technician to inspect incoming products, perform visual and measurement tests, and prepare quality reports. You will coordinate calibration of inspection equipment and operate microscopes, calipers, and CMM to ensure compliance with IPC standards.

Responsibilities include inspecting electronic assemblies, using X-ray inspection devices, and capturing inspection data in the required system. First shift on-site in Newark, NY.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a Quality role.
• Experience in IPC-A-610 (Acceptability of Electronics Assemblies).
• Familiarity with IPC standards IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001, and IPC-A-600.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming products or components by confirming specifications.
• Conduct visual and measurement tests.
• Create quality reports and analyze data for improvement.
• Support corrective action responses.
• Coordinate calibration of inspection and test equipment.
• Perform inspections using defined inspection tools (microscope, calipers, CMM, etc.).
• Inspect electronic assemblies.
• Operate visual inspection devices (i.e., X-ray).
• Capture and register inspection data using the required system.

Skills

Micrometers

Calipers

Visual inspection

Electronic testing

IPC-A-610

IPC-J-STD-001

IPC-A-600

Quality assurance

Tools

Microscope

CMM

X-ray inspection

Job description

Job Title: Quality Technician

Job Description

As a Quality Technician, you will be responsible for inspecting incoming products or components to confirm specifications by conducting visual and measurement tests. You will create quality reports, analyze data for improvement, and support corrective action responses. Additionally, you will coordinate the calibration of inspection and test equipment and perform inspections using defined inspection tools such as microscopes, calipers, and CMM. Your role will include the inspection of electronic assemblies and operating visual inspection devices like X-ray machines. Capturing and registering inspection data using the required system is also a key part of the job.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming products or components by confirming specifications.
• Conduct visual and measurement tests.
• Create quality reports and analyze data for improvement.
• Support corrective action responses.
• Coordinate calibration of inspection and test equipment.
• Perform inspections using defined inspection tools (microscope, calipers, CMM, etc.).
• Inspect electronic assemblies.
• Operate visual inspection devices (i.e., X-ray).
• Capture and register inspection data using the required system.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in quality inspection using micrometers and calipers.
• Visual inspection capabilities.
• Knowledge in electronic testing.
• Familiarity with IPC standards such as IPC-A-610, IPC J-STD-001, and IPC-A-600.
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience in a Quality role.
• Experience in IPC-A-610 (Acceptability of Electronics Assemblies).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience in electronic assembly, particularly with SMT and thru-hole operations.
• Working knowledge of J-STD-001 (Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies).
• Knowledge of IPC 7711/7721 (Rework, Modification, and Repair of Electronic Assemblies).
• Familiarity with IPC-WHMA-A-620 (Requirement and Acceptance of Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies).

Why Work Here?

Join a vibrant team in a brand-new facility with modern lighting, a cafeteria, and a climate-controlled environment. Employees benefit from annual wage reviews and adjustments, as well as engaging events like on-site petting zoos. Your feedback is valued with a suggestion program that ensures management responses within 24 hours. We encourage cross-training and provide opportunities for advancement, including on-site soldering tests and training to help you climb the soldering level ladder.

Work Environment

Work in a state-of-the-art 154,000 square feet temperature-controlled facility with over 550 people on site. Benefit from a first shift schedule, Monday to Friday, 6 am to 2:30 pm, and work on 7 SMT lines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Newark, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newark,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 13, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.