The posting
Job Summary The IPC-A-610 Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), electronic assemblies, and soldered connections to ensure compliance with IPC-A-610, customer specifications, and company quality standards. The inspector identifies defects, verifies workmanship requirements, and supports continuous improvement efforts to maintain high product quality and reliability.
What You Will Do
- Perform visual inspection of PCB assemblies, components, and solder joints according to IPC-A-610 acceptance criteria.
- Identify and document defects such as solder bridges, insufficient solder, lifted leads, component damage, polarity errors, and contamination.
- Inspect through-hole, surface-mount (SMT), BGA, LGA, and press-fit connector assemblies.
- Verify component placement, orientation, marking, and workmanship requirements.
- Review assembly documentation, drawings, work instructions, and engineering change notices (ECNs).
- Use inspection tools such as microscopes, magnifiers, AIO, Xray machine and measurement equipment.
- Record inspection results and maintain quality records in accordance with company procedures.
- Generate non-conformance reports (NCRs) and communicate findings to production and engineering teams.
- Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for quality issues.
- Ensure compliance with ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) handling requirements and quality procedures.
- Assist in training operators on IPC workmanship requirements.
What You Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree preferred.
- IPC-A-610 Certification (Certified IPC Specialist or CIS) preferred or required.
- 1-5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing or quality inspection.
- Knowledge of SMT, through-hole, BGA, LGA, and mixed-technology assemblies.
- Ability to read assembly drawings, BOMs, Gerber prints, and work instructions.
- Familiarity with quality standards such as IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and ISO 9001.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects accurately.
- Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with AMD, server, desktop, laptop, telecommunications, aerospace, medical, or automotive electronic assemblies.
- Familiarity with AIO and X-ray inspection of BGA devices.
- Understanding of rework and repair processes.
- Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and root cause analysis.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Good visual acuity, including color recognition and close-detail inspection.
- Ability to work under microscopes for prolonged periods.
- Ability to handle small electronic components.
Typical Performance Metrics
- Inspection accuracy.
- Defect detection rate.
- First-pass yield support.
- Documentation accuracy.
- Compliance with IPC workmanship standards.
- Production throughput and on-time inspections
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ZT Systems will not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either 1) be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or 2) be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Science & U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional subject to the foregoing.
About ZT Systems
At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, you’ll get to do work you are proud of alongside smart, passionate people. Every day, there are opportunities to collaborate with the best in the industry to design, build, and deliver impactful solutions to world-class customers. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment that’s challenging, rewarding, and career-defining.
A culture built around our values we work hard and think fast. We view challenges as opportunities—to do better, push harder, and be faster than we were the day before. When we fail, we learn from it and move on together. And when we succeed, we use the momentum to go even further. We create value with everything we do, building the foundation of today—and transforming the future of tomorrow.
Join ZT Systems and help us build technology infrastructure that connects the world.
What We Offer At ZT Systems, a Sanmina Company, we believe that investing in our people is key to our continued growth and innovation. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to a comprehensive and inclusive benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and professional development—both now and in the future.
Compensation & Financial Security
-Competitive base salary
-Performance-based annual bonus eligibility
-401(k) retirement savings plan
-Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs
Health & Wellness
-Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
-Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs-
-Company-paid life and disability insurance
Time Away & Work-Life Balance
-Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays
-Parental leave and family care support programs
Growth & Purpose
-Structured training programs and on-the-job learning opportunities
-Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about
These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.
ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
