Circuit Board QA Inspector

Job Description

As a QA Inspector, you will achieve and maintain certifications in IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC-7711, and Final QA. You will also develop skills in soldering to level 3 and train towards level 4 fine pitch soldering. Your role involves operating x-ray machines, updating procedures, maintaining 6S standards, and following Safety, ESD, ITAR, and QMS protocols. Participation in Lean activities and continuous improvement processes is expected.

Responsibilities

• Become and maintain certifications in IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and IPC-7711.
• Achieve and sustain soldering level 3 skills and train for level 4 fine pitch soldering.
• Operate x-ray machines according to work instructions.
• Assist in updating procedures and work instructions to align with current processes.
• Maintain 6S standards and seek ways to improve processes.
• Model and enforce Safety, ESD, ITAR, and QMS protocols.
• Participate in Lean activities and provide feedback on changes to ensure stability.
• Follow QMS-defined procedures pertinent to your role.
• Work to meet or exceed quality and production schedules.
• Use the MES to track job time and status.
• Relentlessly pursue waste reduction.

Essential Skills

• Experience with soldering inspection and testing for IPC 610 quality soldered joints.
• Proficiency in inspecting circuit board components and testing for continuity.
• Ability to read and reference electrical board drawings and identify schematic components.
• Skilled in inspecting through a microscope.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Good writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Basic computer skills.
• Familiarity with QMS documentation for your area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of inspecting to IPC-A-610 standards.
• Experience with circuit board and test technology.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans starting the first of the month after 60 days. Participate in a 401K plan with a 100% employer match up to 3% after six months. Benefit from $1500 in annual education reimbursement and $50 for ESD shoes. Receive $10,000 in employer-paid AD&D Basic Life Insurance.

Work Environment

Join a fast-paced, team-oriented production environment in a family-owned business. Engage in electronics manufacturing services with a focus on quick-turn, high-mix production for sectors such as medical, defense, aerospace, and industrial instrumentation.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available 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 Vancouver,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.