Quality Inspector – Micro-Assembly

Piconics, Inc. is an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer of high-quality microelectronic coil inductors. Since 1963, we have proudly produced "Made in the USA" components for the space, military, medical, and telecom industries from our Tyngsborough, MA facility. We view our employees as family, empowering our team to drive quality and innovation in a collaborative, high-precision environment.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control (QC) Inspector to join our quality team. In this role, you will perform critical visual inspections of fine inductor components and micro-assemblies to ensure they meet exact specifications. The ideal candidate has exceptional fine motor skills, experience working with small hand tools under magnification, and a strong commitment to quality documentation.

• Visual Inspection: Conduct precise visual inspections of inductor components and assemblies using microscopes, adhering strictly to established procedures, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Precision Handling: Utilize tweezers and specialized hand tools to safely handle fine wire and micro-sized components without damage.
• Metrology Validation: Operate standard measurement and inspection equipment, including rulers, pin gauges, and Vernier calipers, to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Quality Documentation: Accurately record defects, non-conformances, and inspection results on required work documentation.
• Production Tracking: Log operational data, including labor time and completed piece counts, on work travelers and tracking sheets.

• Fine Motor
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent hand-eye coordination and dexterity required for handling miniature, delicate components.
• Tool Proficiency: Demonstrated skill in using tweezers, microscopes, and basic mechanical metrology tools.
• Microscope Focus: Ability to maintain focus and perform accurate inspections under a microscope for extended periods.
• Instruction Interpretation: Strong capability to follow detailed written procedures, specification drawings, and verbal work instructions.
• Communication: Full proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure precise compliance with documentation.
• Teamwork: A positive attitude and the ability to collaborate effectively within a fast-paced production team.
• Experience Plus: Previous experience in QC inspection, electronic assembly, or micro-manufacturing is highly preferred.

Hourly Rate: $19 to $22 Based on experience