Quality Inspector - Dallas

Job Description

Title: Quality Inspector - Electronics Manufacturing
Location: Dallas, TX
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Shift : Day Shift
Compensation: $24hr

Position Summary

The Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting electronic systems, assemblies, subassemblies, components, and parts to ensure conformance to quality, reliability, and workmanship standards. This role supports manufacturing operations through detailed inspections, process audits, documentation, and communication of non-conforming conditions within a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of electronic cards, assemblies, subassemblies, and completed systems to verify compliance with quality and workmanship standards
• Utilize microscopes, gauges, templates, measuring tools, and other manufacturing aids to inspect products and components
• Verify that all required manufacturing and process operations have been completed prior to inspection approval
• Identify, document, and communicate product defects, process deviations, and non-conforming conditions to appropriate personnel
• Provide timely feedback to manufacturing teams regarding inspection results and quality concerns
• Enter quality inspection data into electronic databases and manual tracking systems accurately and efficiently
• Assist with the disposition and documentation of non-conforming materials and products
• Perform process audits and support manufacturing teams with interpretation of quality and workmanship standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inspection processes and manufacturing quality
• Maintain compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and safety regulations
• Complete all administrative and documentation activities associated with inspection activities

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience in electronics manufacturing, quality inspection, or assembly preferred
• Experience using microscopes and precision measuring tools preferred

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of electronic assembly processes, components, and inspection techniques
• Familiarity with:
• Surface mount and through-hole assemblies
• Point-to-point wiring
• Commercial soldering and touch-up
• Cable and harness inspection
• PCB and loaded board inspection
• Ability to read and interpret:
• Schematics
• Assembly drawings
• Work instructions
• Quality standards
• Experience using:
• Microscopes
• Measuring tools and gauges
• Manufacturing software systems
• Data entry and spreadsheet applications
• Basic computer proficiency required

Preferred Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify workmanship defects
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented manufacturing environment
• Strong verbal communication and documentation skills
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work with standardized procedures and processes
• Ability to support training and provide guidance to other employees at advanced levels

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

• Frequent sitting, visual inspection work, and use of hands for detailed tasks
• Occasional standing and walking throughout the production floor
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Specific vision requirements include:
• Close vision
• Color vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Electronics manufacturing environment
• Exposure to microscopes, inspection tools, and electronic assembly equipment
• Fast-paced production setting requiring strong focus on quality and accuracy

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Frank Brock

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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