Quality Control Inspector

As an QC Inspector at Rocket EMS, you will be a key part of ensuring that our high-reliability PCB assemblies meet the strictest quality standards. You’ll be responsible for first article inspections, in-process audits, and monitoring production quality across the SMT line. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of IPC standards, and the confidence to stop a line when quality is at risk.

Responsibilities

• Review job documentation (MPI, Deviations, ECOs, and Customer Requirements) before inspection.

• Perform SMT First Article Inspections and verify compliance with IPC-A-610 (Class 2 and 3) and customer standards.

• Monitor throughput and quality on assigned lines; stop production if major defects are found and escalate issues immediately.

• Provide daily quality pass-down reports and update leads/supervisors on inspection results.

• Raise and review Technical Inquiries for discrepancies; ensure no jobs start without proper authorization.

• Support bottleneck areas as directed by Supervisor, Engineer, or Manager.

• Escalate unresolved issues to the Quality Manager.

• Follow and enforce all procedures related to ESD, MSD handling, housekeeping, maintenance, safety, and inspection protocols.

• Suggest and support continuous process and quality improvements.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).

Experience

• Minimum 2 years in an electronics inspection role within a contract manufacturing or similar environment.

• IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certification (required).

Skills

• Strong understanding of IPC workmanship standards (Class 2 and 3).

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and BOMs.

• Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to identify and classify defects accurately.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Paid time off

• Growth opportunities in a cutting-edge electronics manufacturing environment

Schedule

• 8-hour shift, Monday–Friday

• Overtime and weekends as needed

Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.