SMT Electronic Assembly Inspector

Posted 3 days ago

metrospec technologySaint Paul (MN)

Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing

SENIORITY

Mid

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About the role

Job Description: Job Description

Role Overview: This important leadership position includes inspecting and testing circuit boards and SMT electronic components within specified safety and quality requirements. Labeling and documentation signoff. Minor rework as necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

Inspect, and rework if necessary, printed circuit boards and mounted components for compliance to IPC-610 standards
Use various tools and equipment to test functional specifications
Accurately repairing/removing and replacing SMT components at efficient production speed without damaging sensitive components and boards
Solder components, wires, etc. onto circuit boards
By soldering, using bare wire, join similar boards together

Job Description:

Reads work orders, follows production drawings and sample assemblies, or receives verbal instructions regarding duties to be performed.
Performs online go/no-go testing and inspection, using visual magnifying devices, measuring instruments, and electronic test equipment, to ensure parts and assemblies meet production specifications and standards.
Perform inspection operations under a stereo microscope or other magnifying device for sustained periods.
Rework, as necessary, boards and mounted components for compliance with IPC-610 standards.
Other Qualifications & Experience
Good finger dexterity and good eye-hand coordination
Must be able to read and write in the English language and accurately perform basic math problems
Surface Mount Technology (SMT) electronic component assemblyIPC-610 training/certification
Hot air rework station
Pneumatic solder paste
Electronic testing (DVM)
Minimum 2-3 years of experience performing detailed inspection 1-2 years experience in hand placement and soldering in production
Understand job packet documentation (routings and Bills of Materials)
Basic electronic configuration recognitionESD protection knowledge
Able to lift 25 lbs.
Attributes and Success Factors
Critical Attributes
Reliability - takes responsibility for getting the job done
Reliability - to their work schedule consistently
Demonstrated ability to focus on production activities for 10-hour shifts
Communication of Quality issues, concerns, ideas
Effective verbal communication
High attention to detail
OrganizedTimely work output to production expectations
Positive outlook

Multi-tasking Additional Attributes Curiosity - proactively seeks information Energy - fast-paced, high-initiative Helps the team by being flexible - duties, work schedule Common sense approach to problem-solving Participates in company functions/events Learning skills - continuous growth Cleanliness / good housekeeping habits Metrospec requires a background check for all candidates once an offer has been accepted.

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