Final Inspector

Job Title: Final Inspector
Job Description
We are looking for a dedicated Final Inspector to join our team. This is a day shift position (7:30am-4pm) with overtime available. Pay will be based on experience. The successful candidate will perform visual inspections of PCB bare boards after completion of all processes, following standard operating procedures and guidance from the Team Leader. This role involves stamping the Group A Lot Acceptance Inspection Sheet, Traveler, or rework instructions after visual inspections.
Responsibilities

• Review and analyze customer drawings, SOPs, work instructions, and requirements in the traveler packet to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Perform visual inspections of printed circuit boards and cable assemblies under IPC J standards and/or customer specifications using magnification equipment and complete an inspection checklist.
• Scan jobs into PROCIM.
• Verify calibration date for any measurement device used for inspection.
• Verify assembly traveler quantity count and notify team lead of any issues.
• Perform a first article inspection (FAI) on all first-time build assemblies to verify compliance with applicable IPC/Military and customer specifications; generate AS9102 report.
• Identify and document product defects; generate NCR form and notify team lead.
• Generate and complete a Certificate of Compliance (C of C).
• Perform all other job duties as needed.

Essential Skills

• Ideally 2 years of assembly inspection experience in PCB or electronics manufacturing and assembly industry.
• Certified or previously certified J-STD, NASA-STD, and/or IPC-610.
• Proficiency in using microscopes, calipers, and micrometers.
• Ability to interpret customer drawings, requirements, SOPs, work instructions, and manufacturing travelers.
• Knowledge of Military, IPC J standards.
• Proficiency with standard assembly equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
• Knowledge of first article documentation and shipping standards.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• 20/20 correctable near vision in one eye.
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Santa Ana, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Santa Ana,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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