Quality Inspector

Electronics Quality InspectorParadigm is seeking an Electronics Quality Inspector to support our client's electronics manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for inspecting electronic assemblies, documenting defects, completing quality reports, and ensuring products meet IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, AS9102, and internal quality standards. The ideal candidate has electronics inspection experience, strong attention to detail, basic computer skills, and the ability to inspect components and assemblies using microscopes, automated optical inspection systems, and other inspection equipment. Type: 6 month contract-to-hire Shift: Day Shift (5:00AM - 3:30pm, Mon - Thurs) Location: On-site, Vancouver, WA Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, 401K, PTO, and sick leave As a Quality Inspector, you will:Inspect electronic assemblies using 3D automated optical inspection systems and determine acceptance based on the applicable IPC-A-610 classPerform final inspections of electronic assemblies and determine whether products meet established quality standardsOperate automated optical inspection systems, X-ray equipment, board washers, and related equipment according to work instructionsDocument defects, complete defect tracking records, and create non-conformance and discrepancy material reportsComplete AS9102 First Article Inspection reports and submit documentation to the Quality Assurance teamUse the Manufacturing Execution System to track work time and job statusRead, understand, and navigate Fusion documentation, procedures, and work instructionsHelp update procedures and work instructions to reflect current manufacturing and inspection processesFollow safety, ESD, ITAR, Quality Management System, Lean, and 6S standards while identifying opportunities for process improvementRequirements Our skills and experience wish list includes:Current IPC-A-610 & J-STD-001 certificationKnowledge of IPC-A-610 electronic assembly inspection standardsAbility to inspect electronic components and assemblies using a microscopeBasic computer skills and the ability to enter inspection and defect information into databasesStrong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work effectively within a teamAbility to follow detailed procedures, work instructions, and Quality Management System requirementsAbility to obtain and maintain SMT and Final Quality Assurance certificationsAbility to obtain IPC-7711 certification when required by the teamPreferred Qualifications: Previous final inspection experience within the electronics manufacturing industry Previous electronic assembly or printed circuit board inspection experience Experience operating automated optical inspection or X-ray equipment Experience completing AS9102 First Article Inspection documentation Benefits Paradigm offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, 401K, PTO, and sick days.About Us, Paradigm Want to love Mondays? It's possible when you love what you do. Paradigm is a staffing solutions firm dedicated to finding the perfect job for candidates. We're connected with some of the most innovative tech companies around, giving our employees that competitive edge needed in today's job market. Paradigm Information Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.