What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Inspector position at Annapolis Micro Systems?
Is attention to detail among your key strengths? Do you have a strong knowledge of electronic components and basic electrical principles? Can you see yourself playing an important role on a team dedicated to producing world-class quality electronic products?
We are seeking a diligent and enthusiastic Quality Inspector to join our team. You’ll be responsible for performing incoming and quality inspection of electronic components, custom mechanical parts, bare PCBs, cables, and chassis. The Quality Inspector will also conduct final inspection and quality release of assemblies to ensure they meet requirements, adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Our production team is a close-knit group of professionals who are upbeat, talented, and extremely proud of their work and the cutting-edge products they produce. Envision yourself playing an important role on a growing team that supplies cutting-edge electronic products to all the major defense contractors, many Fortune 500 companies, and multiple government agencies.
Join us and become part of the future of computing technology!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Visual inspection of electronic components and assemblies for defects such as scratches, misalignment, or physical damage using magnifying tools and other visual aids.
- Conducting dimension checks using calipers, micrometers, 3D automated optical measurement, and other measuring instruments to ensure that components meet specified dimensions and tolerances.
- Maintaining detailed inspection records, documenting identified defects, findings, and actions taken (e.g., rework, rejection) for future reference and quality tracking.
- Identifying and classifying defects in components and assemblies, and dispositioning them appropriately.
- Ensuring that all components and assemblies comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company-specific quality specifications (e.g., IPC standards, AS9100 requirements).
- Providing suggestions to enhance manufacturing processes and product quality.
- Communication with the production, quality, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues, provide feedback, and support corrective actions to prevent future defects.
- Inspect assemblies that were conformally coated or have been returned to the facility from external vendors post-testing.
- Inspect cables.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum High School or GED or equivalent.
- U.S. Citizenship.
- Organizational Ability.
- Attention to Detail.
- Strong Oral and Written Communication.
- Manual Dexterity.
- Able to lift 50 lbs.
Desired
- Previous experience in quality control or inspection in electronics manufacturing, specifically with PCBs or electronic assemblies.
- IPC-A-610, IPC-600, IPC WHMA 620, IPC 7711, and IPC 7721 certifications, or other relevant certifications in electronic assembly and quality control.
- Experience with quality control software or ERP systems for tracking defects, inspections, and production progress.
- Experience with a Quality Management System, which conforms to ISO 9001 or AS9100.
- Experience following manufacturing documentation and procedures.
- Experience handling devices and boards using ESD handling procedures.
- Able to verify correct part numbers being used for the specific job being run.
- Experience in handling SMT components, boards, and tools for assembly.
Salary : $26 - $45
