At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect electronic assemblies and ensure quality standards are met.
- Company: Join a well-established manufacturer in the electronics industry.
- Benefits: Competitive pay based on experience and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvement and safety.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that ensures high-quality electronics in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in electronics inspection and knowledge of IPC standards required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Waterlooville
Pay: Dependant on experience.
The Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturer operating within a high-reliability electronics environment. Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Electronics Inspector to join their Quality team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with experience inspecting electronic assemblies, PCBAs, and finished products within a regulated manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out visual and functional inspections of electronic assemblies, PCBAs, wiring, and finished products.
- Perform first-off, in-process, and final inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
- Verify products against engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), work instructions, and quality standards.
- Identify component, assembly, and cosmetic defects, including soldering faults, placement errors, and wiring discrepancies.
- Use inspection equipment including microscopes and vernier callipers.
- Complete quality documentation accurately and maintain full product traceability.
- Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) where required and support corrective action activities.
- Assist with root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with IPC standards, customer specifications, and internal quality procedures.
- Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve quality issues.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Previous experience within an electronics manufacturing or inspection role.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
- Good understanding of electronic components and PCB assemblies.
- Experience of quality inspection techniques and processes.
- IPC-A-610 certification.
- Experience using microscopes, measuring equipment, and electronic test equipment.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality systems.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
- Experience working within aerospace, defence, or other high-reliability manufacturing sectors.
- Ability to complete inspection records and quality documentation accurately.
Personal Attributes
- Methodical and organised approach to work.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Positive and proactive attitude.
We think you need these skills to ace Electronics Inspector in Waterlooville
Visual Inspection
Functional Inspection
Reading Engineering Drawings
Understanding of Electronic Components
Quality Inspection Techniques
IPC-A-610 Certification
Microscope Usage
