Electronics Quality Inspector​/Electronics Technician; IPC-

Position: Electronics Quality Inspector / Electronics Technician (IPC-A-610)
Location: Sompting

Electronics Quality Inspector / Electronics Technician (IPC-A-610) ASL Technical are working in partnership with a cutting-edge electronics manufacturer to recruit an Electronics Quality Inspector / Electronics Technician. This role is ideal for someone with a background in PCB production, inspection, test, or quality control, who takes pride in delivering high-reliability products for regulated industries such as medical, automotive, and aerospace.

The Role As an Electronics Inspector, you will play a vital role in ensuring electronic assemblies meet IPC-A-610 standards and internal quality requirements. You will be responsible for inspection, test, documentation, and supporting continuous improvement activities across the production environment. Key Responsibilities

• Inspection & Test
• Visual inspection of surface mount and through-hole PCB assemblies to IPC-A-610
• Operation of AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) and X-ray inspection equipment
• First-off, in-process, and final inspection of PCBAs, sub-assemblies, and finished units
• Basic functional and dimensional checks using microscopes, callipers, and test fixtures

Quality & Documentation

• Inspection against controlled drawings, build packs, and specifications
• Accurate recording of inspection results, defects, and non-conformances
• Identification and escalation of recurring quality issues and defect trends
• Support & Continuous Improvement
• Collaboration with Quality, Production, and Engineering teams
• Support with RMA investigations and inspection of reworked assemblies
• Promote best practice and a strong quality culture on the shop floor
• Rework & Compliance
• Maintain strict ESD and EPA compliance

About You

• Experience as an Electronics Technician, Quality Inspector, or PCB Inspector
• Strong understanding of PCB assembly processes and electronic components
• IPC-A-610 knowledge or certification (training available if required)
• Confident reading engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Experience with AOI and X-ray inspection is highly desirable
• Comfortable working in a regulated, high-quality manufacturing environment

Why Apply?

• Work on high-reliability electronic products
• Supportive environment with training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to strengthen or gain IPC-A-610 certification
• Long-term, stable role within a growing electronics business

Apply today or contact ASL Technical for more information. We specialise in engineering recruitment and are happy to discuss this role confidentially.