Quality Technician (Inspection/Repair)

Aimtron Corporation; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Aimtron Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician to inspect electronic assemblies and PCBA to IPC Class III workmanship standards in Palatine, IL. The role requires strong attention to quality and documentation practices.

The candidate should hold IPC-A-610 Class III certification with 3+ years of visual inspection experience in electronics manufacturing, including AOI familiarity and the ability to read assembly drawings.

Qualifications

• Requires IPC-A-610 Class III Certification.
• 3+ years of visual inspection experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Experience inspecting SMT and Through-Hole assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspection of PCB assemblies, SMT, THT, and final assemblies.
• Inspect products in accordance with IPC-A-610 Class III standards.
• Verify solder quality, polarity, orientation, component placement, and workmanship.
• Identify defects including insufficient solder, bridges, tombstoning, lifted leads, voids, and contamination.
• Review AOI findings and perform manual verification.
• Document inspection results accurately.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) and in-process inspections.
• Participate in MRB activities and quality investigations.
• Work closely with Production, Process Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and internal quality procedures.
• Maintain inspection records and quality documentation.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Reading drawings

Quality mindset

Education

High School Diploma or Associate Degree in Electronics

IPC-A-610 Class III Certification

IPC-7711

IPC-7721

IPC J-STD-001 Certification (preferred)

Tools

AOI systems

Magnification equipment

Job description

Reports To: Quality Technician (Inspection/Repair)

Location: 500 S. Hicks Rd, Palatine, IL 60067, USA

Company: Aimtron Corporation (Electronic Manufacturing Services)

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift Timings: 1st Shift (07.00 AM – 03.30 PM)

Job Summary

Aimtron Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician responsible for inspecting electronic assemblies and PCBAs to IPC Class III workmanship standards. The ideal candidate will possess current IPC certifications and extensive experience inspecting high-reliability electronic products.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspection of PCB assemblies, SMT, THT, and final assemblies.
• Inspect products in accordance with IPC-A-610 Class III standards.
• Verify solder quality, polarity, orientation, component placement, and workmanship.
• Identify defects including insufficient solder, bridges, tombstoning, lifted leads, voids, and contamination.
• Review AOI findings and perform manual verification.
• Document inspection results accurately.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) and in-process inspections.
• Participate in MRB activities and quality investigations.
• Work closely with Production, Process Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and internal quality procedures.
• Maintain inspection records and quality documentation.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associate Degree in Electronics preferred.
• 3+ years of visual inspection experience in electronics manufacturing.
• Current IPC-A-610 Class III Certification (Required).
• IPC-7711 and IPC-7721 is required.
• IPC J-STD-001 Certification preferred.
• Experience inspecting SMT and Through-Hole assemblies.
• Familiarity with AOI systems and magnification equipment.
• Ability to read assembly drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills

• IPC Class III Inspection.
• Electronics Manufacturing (EMS).
• PCB Assembly Inspection.
• AOI Verification.
• First Article Inspection (FAI).
• ISO 9001 / AS9100 Environment.
• Medical / Aerospace Electronics Experience.