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SMT Inspector I

Gables Engineering, Inc.
United States, Florida, Coral Gables
247 Greco Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 08, 2026

POSITION: SMT Inspector I

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, SMT

POSITION SUMMARY:

The SMT Inspector is responsible for examining PC boards assembled by the Pick and Place SMT machine ensuring IPC-A-610 standards have been met working under close supervision of team lead and SMT supervisor.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:



  • Collect completed PC boards from the Vision area.
  • Update IFS Dispatch List with SMT inspector number.
  • Inspect PC boards based on AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) results.
  • Ensure that inspection is completed using IPC-A-610 standards with schematics, work instructions, and shop order that share the same revision number.
  • Document all defects found on PCB using KOHYOUNG AOI review procedure GMPR-1303.
  • Communicate excessive or repetitive defects to SMT supervisor.
  • Correct all PC board defects to ensure PC boards are compliant with applicable quality standards.
  • Clean all PC boards using the Batch Washer according to GMPR-1152 guideline.
  • Close order in IFS Dispatch List and package PC boards in the appropriate ESD boxes as per QAI-2006 guidelines.
  • Ensure all bins are properly packaged with correct amount of PC boards indicated on the shop order.
  • Place fully inspected and quality compliant boards on the 'Done' shelf.
  • Move completed PC boards to the next department listed on the router.
  • Clean own work area and maintain equipment.



JOB SKILLS REQUIRED:



  • Basic English language skills
  • Able to read schematics and work instructions
  • Able to accurately solder small components
  • Basic computer skills
  • Accurate data entry skills - must be detail oriented



REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:



  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 1 year of assembly experience with soldering skills.
  • Surface Mount soldering skills preferred.
  • Experience in avionics manufacturing environment highly preferred.



PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:



  • Light Work- This role may require exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up 10 pounds of force frequently to lift carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Most essential functions are performed while sitting but walking and standing is occasionally required.
  • Manual dexterity is required in the assembly or fabrication of parts which may result in the repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and fingers.
  • Visual acuity is required for visual inspection of boards involving small defects, small parts, and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes.



Gables Engineering is a drug free workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:



  • Collect completed PC boards from the Vision area.
  • Update IFS Dispatch List with SMT inspector number.
  • Inspect PC boards based on AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) results.
  • Ensure that inspection is completed using IPC-A-610 standards with schematics, work instructions, and shop order that share the same revision number.
  • Document all defects found on PCB using KOHYOUNG AOI review procedure GMPR-1303.
  • Communicate excessive or repetitive defects to SMT supervisor.
  • Correct all PC board defects to ensure PC boards are compliant with applicable quality standards.
  • Clean all PC boards using the Batch Washer according to GMPR-1152 guideline.
  • Close order in IFS Dispatch List and package PC boards in the appropriate ESD boxes as per QAI-2006 guidelines.
  • Ensure all bins are properly packaged with correct amount of PC boards indicated on the shop order.
  • Place fully inspected and quality compliant boards on the 'Done' shelf.
  • Move completed PC boards to the next department listed on the router.
  • Clean own work area and maintain equipment.

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