Manufacturing Associate - Inspection SMT (Swing)

Company: Vanguard EMS, Inc.
Location: Beaverton
Posted on: January 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Manufacturing Associate of SMT Inspection is responsible for inspecting the surface mount solderability using IPC standards to assure the quality of product is produced and to stop defects from moving through the factory. Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. Even with Vanguard’s state of the art technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live. What you’ll do: Inspect boards produced from SMT process as they are processed on the line using microscopes Perform WIP transactions in SMARTer system to ensure traceability of boards at all times Log any defects in the SMARTer system as they are found Communicate quality issues to the SMT team, Manager and Engineer as needed Stop work flow as needed to stop the repeated manufacture of defective products Performs other duties as required. Requirements What you’ll need: Ability to obtain J-STD and IPC certification through Vanguard Training Ability to use microscope and work with small and/or fragile components for extended periods of time Able to work with visual aids, complicated drawings, documentations and numbers Able to cross-train and work in numerous areas Education and/or Experience High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent 3 months inspection of printed circuit board assemblies Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of SMT processes and/or equipment operation IPC 610 CIS Certification and/or J-STD CIS Certification While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. This Job Posting is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities associated with this position. Management reserves the right to modify and assign other duties as necessary Benefits Employees enjoy a highly competitive benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision 401K (with employer match) Paid time off Paid holidays Profit sharing

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