PCBA Quality Inspector

Title: PCBA Quality Inspector Location: Irvine, CA Position Type: Contract to Hire Pay Range: $27-$30/HR Schedule: Monday-Thursday – 4/10 schedule Responsibilities Perform precision visual and tool-assisted inspection of Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA) at incoming, in-process, and final manufacturing stages. Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) according to AS9102 or similar standards for both supplied and manufactured/assembled parts. Review and verify all necessary documentation and records, including work orders, Device History Records, engineering change orders, customer specifications, BOMs, wire lists, ECOs, and drawings. Utilize inspection hand tools and measurement devices (such as calipers and micrometers) to confirm product dimensions and specifications. Operate or review output from inspection equipment such as AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) and 3D X-ray (training can be provided if needed). Accurately document inspection results and complete quality reports. Make decisions to release or hold products from shipment based on inspection outcomes. Communicate with production teams, engineers, and quality staff to explain findings and assist with resolving manufacturing or quality issues. Maintain a clean and organized inspection work area. Participate in quality or process improvement meetings as required. Requirements Minimum of 4 years hands‑on experience in quality inspection within a technical electronics manufacturing environment, specifically with PCBA (Printed Circuit Board Assembly). Demonstrated experience performing First Article Inspections (AS9102 or equivalent standard) is required. Experience or certification in IPC‑A‑610 is a plus; candidates without IPC‑A‑610 can be trained upon hiring. Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications, BOMs, wire lists, ECOs, and test instructions—all in English. Experience with or willingness to learn AOI and 3D X-ray inspection equipment (preferred but not required). Proficiency in using standard inspection tools and hand measurement devices. Ability to clearly communicate findings to personnel at all organizational levels and work collaboratively to resolve issues. Capable of creating written quality reports and maintaining accurate inspection records. High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. Benefits Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly Services