Senior Quality Control Inspector - Electronics Manufacturing

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Home office setup allowance

Annual performance bonus

Access to innovative projects

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Quality Control Inspector for a fully remote role focused on electronics components and finished products. You will conduct rigorous inspections, analyses, and testing to ensure compliance with IPC and ISO standards, while mentoring junior staff and driving process improvements.

You will work with on-site and remote teams, reporting quality metrics, and contributing to a culture of quality, innovation, and excellence from a home office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology or related field.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in quality control inspection in electronics manufacturing.
• Deep knowledge of electronic components, assembly processes, and testing methodologies.
• Proficiency with inspection equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters and CMMs.
• Solid understanding of ISO 9001 and IPC standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed inspection and testing procedures for electronic components and finished products.
• Perform comprehensive quality inspections using measurement and testing tools.
• Analyze product defects, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with IPC, ISO and internal quality specifications.
• Document inspection results, generate quality reports, and maintain quality records.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues and drive process improvements.
• Conduct audits of manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Train and mentor junior quality control personnel.
• Stay updated on latest quality control technologies and methodologies in electronics manufacturing.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the quality management system.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Electronics Technology

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

CMMs

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in consumer electronics manufacturing, is seeking a Senior Quality Control Inspector to join their fully remote team. This critical role will be responsible for upholding the highest standards of quality for our electronic components and finished products. You will conduct rigorous inspections, analyses, and testing to ensure that all products meet stringent specifications and regulatory requirements. This is a remote position, requiring a high degree of self‑discipline, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with on‑site and remote teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electronics manufacturing quality control and a deep understanding of inspection techniques and quality management systems. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the quality assurance of groundbreaking electronic devices from the comfort of your own home office. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining customer satisfaction and our company's reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement detailed inspection and testing procedures for electronic components and finished products.
• Perform comprehensive quality inspections using various measurement and testing tools.
• Analyze product defects, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., IPC, ISO) and internal quality specifications.
• Document inspection results, generate quality reports, and maintain accurate quality records.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues and drive process improvements.
• Conduct audits of manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Train and mentor junior quality control personnel.
• Stay updated on the latest quality control technologies and methodologies in electronics manufacturing.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the overall quality management system.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in quality control inspection within the electronics manufacturing industry.
• In-depth knowledge of electronic components, assembly processes, and testing methodologies.
• Proficiency in using inspection equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and CMMs.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IPC standards).
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective reporting and collaboration.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Highly competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.
• Allowance for home office setup and equipment.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Access to innovative projects and cutting‑edge technology.
• A culture that values quality, innovation, and employee well‑being.