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SANMINA-SCI TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED · 1 day ago

Quality Control Inspector -1st Shift

Fremont, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$50K/yr - $54K/yr

2+ years exp

Sanmina Corporation is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider in the Electronics Manufacturing Services market. They are seeking a Quality Control Inspector responsible for ensuring product quality through detailed inspections of SMT assemblies and mechanical components, while also documenting non-conformances and interfacing with production and engineering teams.

Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs visual and dimensional inspection of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and electro-mechanical assemblies

Inspects SMT and pin thru-hole solder joints, component placement, and polarity according to IPC-A-610 workmanship standards

Inspect dimension for mechanical components (sheet metal, machined parts) using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, and other metrology tools

Reads and interprets complex engineering drawings, assembly drawings, blueprints, Bills of Material (BOM), and specifications

Applies foundational knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to interpret drawing callouts

Performs detailed First Article Inspections (FAI) and prepares accurate reports

Performs receiving inspection on incoming purchased components and raw materials

Documents all non-conformances found during inspection, issues non-conforming material reports (NCMRs), and segregates defective parts

Applies final QC approval (stamps, labels, stickers) only to verified, conforming products in strict adherence to company policy

Maintains accurate and detailed inspection logs and reports in the quality system

Interfaces with Production and Engineering teams to clearly communicate quality issues

Qualification

IPC-A-610 certificationSMT inspectionElectro-mechanical inspectionEngineering drawings interpretationInspection tools proficiencyComputer skillsAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent required; B.S. degree is preferred

Minimum 2-4 years of direct QC inspection experience in a contract manufacturing (CMS) or electro-mechanical environment. Requires at least 2 years of mixed experience in the following areas: SMT and thru-hole PCBA inspection, Electro-mechanical assembly inspection, Machined component inspection

Current IPC-A-610 (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) certification is required (or must be obtained immediately upon hire)

Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications

Proficient in the use of standard inspection tools including microscopes (binocular/digital), calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and optical comparators

Exceptional attention to detail and a strong 'first-time-right' quality mindset

Good computer skills (Microsoft Office, ERP/MES systems)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend and lift up to 50 lbs

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident