Quality Inspector 3

Milwaukee Electronics has been a trusted name in electronics manufacturing for over 70 years. We deliver innovative solutions that power our customers' growth, blending experience with modern technology, precision, and collaboration. From prototypes to high-volume production, we take pride in building the future of electronics manufacturing together.

We’re looking for an experienced Quality Inspector III to support our electronics manufacturing operation. In this role, you’ll inspect PCB assemblies and box-build electronic/electrical products to ensure they meet IPC-A-610 and customer quality standards. You’ll use tools like AOI, microscopes, and magnification equipment, document inspection results, and work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.

This role also includes training and mentoring junior inspectors, participating in continuous improvement efforts, and providing real-time feedback to help prevent defects.

If you have a strong electronics inspection background and enjoy being hands-on in a manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity to make a visible impact.

Work just 3 nights a week, and enjoy a 4-day weekend every week!

This position follows a Thursday - Saturday, 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM day shift schedule.

You’ll work full-time hours in just 3 days, giving you 4 consecutive days off each week to recharge, focus on personal priorities, or simply enjoy more balance.

What this schedule offers:

• Overtime pay for any hours worked over 10 hours in a day


• A consistent, predictable 3-day workweek


• A steady schedule that supports work-life balance


• More time for family, hobbies, or rest with a built-in 4-day weekend every week.  

Maximize your time and earnings with a schedule that works as hard as you do!  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect electronic PCB assemblies, subassemblies, and box-build assemblies to ensure compliance with customer requirements and workmanship standards (IPC-A-610).


• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and job travelers to verify product conformance.


• Perform SMT, through-hole, modification, final, and rework inspections as required.


• Utilize inspection tools including AOI, magnification lamps, microscopes, and other visual inspection equipment.


• Accurately document inspection results (pass/fail/reject) using daily inspection sheets or FactoryLogix.


• Communicate inspection findings and quality concerns to Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, production teams, and leadership as needed.


• Provide timely feedback to production personnel to support corrective action and defect prevention.


• Participate in internal quality audits and Continuous Improvement / Lean initiatives.


• Train and mentor Quality Inspector I & II team members on inspection techniques, standards, and procedures.


• Participate in daily pass-down meetings and collaborate with team members to resolve issues and share updates.


• Follow established quality policies, procedures, and safety requirements.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.


• Support manufacturing priorities with flexibility as production needs change.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.


• Associate degree in Electronics or a related field OR a minimum of five (5) years of quality inspection experience in electronics manufacturing.


• Strong attention to detail with the ability to evaluate product quality against written documentation.


• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.


• Reliable, punctual, and adaptable in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


• Basic computer skills, including data entry.


• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.


• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).


• Ability to interpret charts, graphs, and basic performance data.

Certifications

• Within one year of hire, must successfully complete the Milwaukee Electronics Component Identification course.


• Within one year of hire, must obtain IPC-A-610 certification (current revision).

Physical Demands

• Work may be performed seated or standing, depending on workstation.


• Frequent use of hands for handling, reaching, and inspection tasks.


• Occasional standing and walking.


• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.


• Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.


• Noise levels are typically loud.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

MILWAUKEE ELECTRONICS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 414-228-5000 or [email protected].

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov). 

Because this job has access to controlled technology, we must comply with ITAR. Any job offers will be contingent on verification that the candidate is a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum/refugee status in the U.S.) or can otherwise satisfy ITAR compliance requirements. If applicable, if an individual is not a U.S. person, our policy is to not take the extra step of seeking approval from the federal government for that person to work in this position.

Upon hire, the successful candidate must present acceptable proof of identity and current authorization to work in the U.S., as required on Form I-9. We do not provide sponsorship support for employment-based visas such as H-1B.