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# SMTQC (with SMT/PCBA experience)

- **Company:** VM Services, Inc.
- **Location:** Milpitas, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $54,080.0 - $58,240.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Literacy, Datasheets
- **Published:** May 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=303843e81941dc27

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Surface mount technology?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * High School Education or equivalent.

 * Minimum two years of inspection experience following IPC-A-610 requirements of surface mount and through-hole technology for printed circuit board assemblies is a must.
 * Ability to pass in-house IPC-A-610 Test and Certification Program.
 * Experience using DMM (digital multimeter), Smart Tweezers, LED Testers; must have the ability to measure & interpret readings.
 * Experience in contract manufacturing.
 * Ability to read and understand manufacturing work instructions.
 * Ability to identify components, polarity (placement of components), part marking, solder joint inspection.
 * Ability to read and understand Engineering Drawings and Component Datasheets is a must.
 * Ability to interpret quality control specifications.
 * Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
 * Computer literate.
 * Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.

Preferred but Not Required:

 * IPC-A-610 CIS or CIT Certification through IPC Organization.
 * J-STD-001 CIS or CIT Certification through IPC Organization.
 * Experience in ISO13485 (Medical) and AS9100 (Aerospace) products is a plus.

## Description

* PCBA inspection (defect detection) of SMT Parts based on IPC-A-610 and Customer Requirements.
 * Report any non-conformance/defects during the manufacturing process via DGS system (Venture's MES System).
 * Responsible for accurately reporting yield data per the SMT QC Process.
 * Knowledge and understanding of Manufacturing Process Instructions, product documentation and deviation implementation for Surface Mount assemblies.
 * Conduct First Article Inspection Process for SMT Line.
 * Responsible for verifying Feeder Placement and Installation on Pick-n-Place Machine.
 * Responsible for checking component polarity, value, orientation, and placement.
 * Operate AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) Machine and review false calls.
 * Responsible for stopping the SMT line, if needed, due to Quality Issues.
 * Responsible for feedbacking any information to Process and Quality Engineering departments for process improvements.
 * Responsible for any additional in-process inspection points determined by Quality Engineering.


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