What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Inspector (Electronics Manufacturing) position at Custom Manufacturing and Engineering?
The Opportunity
Custom Manufacturing & Engineering (CME) is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure electronic assemblies, wire harnesses, mechanical assemblies, machined parts, and finished products meet engineering requirements, customer specifications, and CME quality standards.
This is a hands-on role for someone with a strong eye for detail who takes pride in ensuring products are built right.
What You Will Do
- Perform visual and microscopic inspections of PCB/circuit card assemblies (CCAs), wire harnesses, box builds, mechanical assemblies, machined parts, and finished products
- Inspect workmanship to IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards, drawings, specifications, and work instructions
- Perform incoming, in-process, first article, and final inspections
- Verify product requirements using calipers, multimeters, and other inspection/test equipment
- Read and interpret drawings, schematics, specifications, and manufacturing instructions
- Document inspection results and create Nonconformance Reports (NCRs)
- Identify and control nonconforming material through Material Review Board (MRB) processes
- Support Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) and root-cause investigations
- Work with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and suppliers to resolve quality issues
- Maintain accurate inspection and quality records
What You Bring
- 1–3 years of quality inspection experience in electronics or manufacturing
- Experience inspecting PCB/CCAs, wire harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies, or similar products
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications
- Strong visual acuity, attention to detail, and ability to inspect using magnification
- Familiarity with measurement and test equipment such as calipers and multimeters
- Basic computer skills for inspection records, ERP systems, and technical documentation
- IPC-A-610 and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification strongly preferred
Why CME?
- Support products used in aerospace, defense, industrial, and energy markets
- Work directly with manufacturing and engineering on mission-critical hardware
- Grow your skills in electronics and electro-mechanical manufacturing
- Enjoy a 4-day workweek most weeks
- Build your career with an established Tampa Bay engineering and manufacturing company
Hiring Process Note
As part of our selection process, candidates who advance will be asked to complete the Predictive Index Cognitive and Behavioral Assessments. These tools help ensure strong role alignment and long-term success for both the employee and the company.
Eligibility Notice
This position requires access to controlled goods and technologies under ITAR and EAR regulations. Candidates must meet U.S. Person requirements, including U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee status. Employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify.
About CME
Custom Manufacturing & Engineering Inc. is a 29-year award winning Tampa Bay small business that designs and manufactures custom engineered and build to print products and systems supporting aerospace, defense, industrial, and energy applications worldwide. We operate on the EOS system and maintain a strong culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
Equal Opportunity Employment
CME is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to any protected status under federal or Florida law, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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