Mini-Circuits designs, manufactures and distributes integrated circuits, modules, and sub-systems for high performance radio frequency (RF) and microwave applications. With design, sales and manufacturing locations in over 30 countries, Mini-Circuits’ products are used in a range of wired and wireless communications applications. Our products are also used in detection, measurement and imaging applications, including military communication, guidance and electronic countermeasure systems, commercial, scientific, military land, sea and aircraft; automotive systems, medical systems, and industrial test equipment.

Mini-Circuits’ sells its products to over 20,000 customers globally through our direct sales force, applications engineering staff, sales representatives, as well as through our extensive web site.

Salary Range - $24/hr. - $32/hr.

Position Summary:

The Electronics Micro Inspector is responsible for ensuring the quality, integrity, and conformance of HFM products and materials through precision microscopy-based inspection of integrated circuit assemblies, semiconductor wafers, and IC dies. This role requires strict adherence to IPC-610 and MIL-STD-883 inspection standards, as well as compliance with AS9100/ISO9001/ISO14001 quality management protocols. The Micro Inspector collaborates closely with micro-assembly, Engineering, and MPE teams to identify and disposition nonconforming products, support rework activities, and maintain the highest levels of product quality. Additional responsibilities include laser cutting of manufacturing materials, AS/400 transaction processing, and support of stockroom operations for final stock.

Job Function:

Inspects integrated circuit assemblies, semiconductor wafers, and IC dies for conformance to company standards, using microscope: Reads work order to determine inspection criteria and inspect to IPC610 & MIL-STD-883.
View and inspect items according to company standards to detect defects, such as broken circuit lines, bridged circuits, misalignments, symbol errors, and missing solder.
Microscopic inspection using high‑magnification imaging, including photographic evidence and elemental material analysis.
Interfaces with micro-assembly personnel to remedy defects and advise rework.
Dispositions nonconforming in-process products.
Coordinates activities with the Engineering & MPE teams.
Performs packing of final stock materials after final inspection process.
Follows and mandates AS9100/ISO9001/ISO14001 protocols and processes
Laser cutting of manufacturing materials with preventive maintenance and controlled tracking of material expiration dates.
Calibration, verification, and documentation of ESD benches and soldering stations.
Measurement, monitoring, and recordkeeping of cleanroom particle levels
Inspection photos using high max microscope and element analysis of materials.
Perform AS/400 transactions.

Qualifications:

Preferred associate's degree in with minimum of 5 years’ experience in similar role for industry like electronic component, semiconductor or wireless manufacturing company.
Knowledge of processes and procedures for handling sensitive electronic components.
Knowledge of processes and procedures for working in a low particle count environment (i.e. in a cleanroom, under a laminar flow hood, etc.).
Knowledge of inspection criteria for microelectronic assemblies and components, including MIL-STD-883. This includes but is not limited to understanding of acceptance criteria of die attach, wire/ribbon bonding, MMIC chip-outs, etc.
Knowledge of inspection criteria for miniature solder assemblies (IPC/J-STD).
Ability to inspect against detailed assembly drawings.
Comfortable operating under a microscope for a large portion of the day.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to learn and accept new initiatives to improve group efficiency

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Cultural Focus

Displays enthusiasm and Passion for their work
Works to the standard of Uncompromising Quality by meeting or exceeding stated objectives and embracing continuous improvement
Exercises sound Business Judgement, ensuring that efforts are on track with the Company’s goals
Operates with the mindset of Customer Obsession – by meeting or exceeding expectations to both internal and external customers
Takes Accountability by taking ownership and accepting responsibility for their conduct and contributions
Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and accomplishes tasks with Speed and attention to detail
Cooperates, collaborates and contributes to shared goals with a strong sense of Teamwork
Conducts themselves with Honesty & Integrity and treats all members with Trust & Respect

Additional Requirements/Skills

Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
Ability and willingness to abide by Company’s Code of Conduct

Disclaimer: The listed qualifications and requirements for each position are intended as guidelines. Mini-Circuits reserves the right to hire outside of these guidelines at Management’s discretion.

Mini-Circuits is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, gender identity, gender dysphoria, pregnancy-related condition, and domestic violence victim status or protected class characteristic, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal or state law.

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