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In-Process Inspector- 1st shift

Manchester, NH 03103

Posted: 08/12/2026 Employment Type: Contract Industry: Light Industrial/Manufacturing Job Number: 63071 Pay Rate: 23-24 Office Location: Salem

Job Description


Our client is looking for a/an In-Process Inspector.

You’ll join a leading manufacturing solutions provider supporting fast-growing areas of the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market, with PCB builds used across defense/aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, automotive, and clean technology.
As an In-Process Inspector, you’ll help ensure high-quality PCBA (printed circuit board assembly) production by performing detailed visual and solder inspection to IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 standards. Day-to-day, you will inspect solder joints under high-power microscopes, verify AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) and AXI/X-ray results, and complete First Article Inspection (FAI) against prints and BOMs to keep builds compliant and customer-ready. You’ll also document non-conformances through NCRs, maintain accurate inspection logs, and perform careful rework/hand soldering when touch-ups or component replacement are required.

f you’re searching for a PCB quality role that values accuracy, ESD discipline, and strong blueprint reading skills, this In-Process Inspector opportunity is built for you.
Work Schedule
  • Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
Required Skills, Education and Experience
  • 1–3 years of experience in a PCBA or electronic assembly environment
  • Hands-on knowledge of IPC-A-610 (acceptability criteria) and J-STD-001 (soldering requirements)
  • Experience performing visual inspection and solder inspection using high-power microscopes
  • Experience verifying results and/or setting up checks for AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) and AXI/X-ray inspection
  • Ability to perform First Article Inspection (FAI) using customer blueprints and Bill of Materials (BOM)
  • Experience creating or supporting NCR (non-conformance report) documentation and maintaining detailed inspection logs
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and detailed customer specifications
  • Strong adherence to ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) safety protocols and FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention
  • Manual dexterity for working with surface-mount components (SMT), including solder touch-ups and component replacement
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) certification (highly preferred)

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Job Requirements

IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, AOI, AXI, First Article Inspection, NCR, Soldering, Rework, Hand Soldering, Microscope, PCB Inspection, Electrostatic Discharge, FOD Prevention, Inspection Logs, Technical Drawings, Electrical Schematics, Manufacturing Standards, Quality Control, Electronic Assembly, Surface-Mount Components, Defect Detection, Inspection Equipment, Quality Certifications, High Manual Dexterity, Solder Joint Verification
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