Electrical Inspector

Overview

Electronics Inspector

Location: Near Milton Keynes, EnglandContract Length: 3 Months+Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per weekWorking Pattern: Flexible working options available, including a 4-day working week

Experienced Electronics Inspector with a strong background in quality assurance, product verification, and inspection of electronic assemblies within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Skilled in ensuring compliance with engineering specifications, IPC standards, and customer requirements while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsible for the inspection and electrical testing of in-process and completed products, including cable assemblies, wire harnesses, electronic units, and electromechanical assemblies. Ensures products meet customer specifications, engineering drawings, quality standards, and internal procedures through visual inspection, measurement, and functional testing.

Electronics Inspector Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual and electrical inspections to verify product conformity.
• Conduct tests including continuity, bonding, and resistance measurements.
• Use inspection and test equipment such as Digital Multimeters, ohmmeters, gauges, and measuring tools.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and inspection checklists.
• Identify, document, and manage non-conforming product in accordance with quality procedures.
• Accept, reject, or recommend rework of products based on inspection results.
• Ensure compliance with IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and ESD handling requirements.
• Support both high-volume cable manufacturing and low-volume, bespoke, or investigative work.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support continuous improvement activities.

Electronics Inspector Requirements

• Knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards for cable and wire harness assemblies.
• Understanding of ESD control and handling of sensitive electronic products.
• Experience using electrical measurement equipment, including Digital Multimeters and ohmmeters.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work instructions accurately.
• Basic fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards for electronic assemblies.
• Experience with ATE programming and testing.
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.