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Mechanical Inspector

Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc.
Wayne, NJ Contractor
POSTED ON 9/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2027

Mechanical Inspector

Location: Wayne, NJ
Job Type: Contract
Shift: 1st Shift, 9/80 schedule
Hours: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Pay: $22.09 per hour
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and overtime opportunities

Position Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Inspector to support quality inspection of electronic and mechanical assemblies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves inspecting circuit cards, wiring, components, and finished assemblies, documenting defects, and working with engineering to ensure products meet specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect and configure MIDS-JTRS and MIDS programs to ensure compliance with current revisions.
  • Inspect electronic systems, assemblies, subassemblies, circuit cards, components, and parts using blueprints, drawings, method sheets, schematics, and assembly manuals.
  • Examine wiring, cables, hardware, and components to identify assembly defects.
  • Perform conformal coating inspections using black light scopes.
  • Conduct mechanical inspections using calipers, gauges, and other hand measurement tools.
  • Verify compliance with applicable IPC and J-STD quality standards using specifications, drawings, process instructions, and engineering change orders.
  • Identify and document defects, enter inspection results into tracking systems, and verify corrective actions following rework or repair.
  • Collaborate with engineering to resolve technical issues and clarify engineering changes.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of work experience.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow process instructions, drawings, and inspection documentation.
  • Proficiency with inspection tools, including calipers, microscopes, and gauges.
  • Strong attention to detail and a customer-focused approach to achieving objectives.
  • Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 3 years of quality inspection experience involving complex circuit card assemblies.
  • Soldering or solder inspection experience.
  • Technical school training in electronics manufacturing.
  • IPC-A-610 and IPC-620 certifications.
  • Experience performing measurements with mechanical hand tools.

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Pay: $20.00 - $22.09 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 3 years of work experience?
  • Do you have experience using calipers, microscopes, and gauges for inspection?
  • Can you read and follow engineering drawings, process instructions, and inspection documentation?
  • How many years of quality inspection experience do you have with complex circuit card assemblies?
  • Do you have soldering or solder inspection experience?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22

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