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Electronic Quality Technician - SMT&Through-Hole Inspection

HORIBA INSTRUMENTS INC

Branchburg, NJFull-time$25/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$25/hr
Location
Branchburg, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Electronic Quality Technician performs in-process and final inspections of electronic assemblies made using SMT and Through-Hole processes. The role verifies conformance to documented requirements, workmanship standards, customer specifications, the company’s Quality Management System, and ISO 9001 requirements. Inspections include visual, magnified, AOI, and X-ray evaluation, with nonconforming products documented and segregated and quality concerns communicated to a supervisor.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Assembly Inspection, nice to haveMicroscope Use, requiredAOI Equipment Operation, nice to haveAOI Result Analysis, nice to haveX-Ray Inspection, nice to haveSMT and Through-Hole Inspection, nice to haveMS Word, requiredExcel, requiredIPC-a-610, nice to haveJ-STD-001, nice to haveManufacturer Datasheets, nice to haveAttention to Detail, nice to haveDocumentation Accuracy, nice to haveElectronic Assembly Inspection, nice to have

Qualifications

Associate Degree or High School Diploma, nice to have3 Years Electronic Assembly Inspection, nice to haveTechnical or Electronics Training, nice to haveIPC-a-610 or J-STD-001 Certification, nice to have

Benefits

401(k) Match
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Compensation

$25.00 - $25.00 / Hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

The HORIBA Group of worldwide companies provides an extensive array of instruments and systems for applications ranging from automotive R&D, process and environmental monitoring, in-vitro medical diagnostics, semiconductor manufacturing and metrology, to a broad range of scientific R&D and QC measurements. Proven quality and trustworthy performance have established widespread confidence in the HORIBA Brand.

Inspired by our unique motto, "JOY and FUN," we focus on social responsibilities by building state-of-the-art products for scientific advancement, especially for protecting health, safety, and the environment. "HORIBARIANs," the HORIBA employees all over the world, look forward to working with additional creative and entrepreneurial self-starters. To learn more about our unique culture, visit our culture page.

Position Summary

The Electronic Quality Technician is responsible for performing in-process and final inspections of electronic assemblies manufactured using Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Through-Hole (T.H.) processes. The Quality Technician role ensures products conform to documented requirements, workmanship standards, and customer specifications in accordance with the company's Quality Management System (QMS) and ISO 9001 requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection & Verification

Ability to read and interpret Assembly drawings, work instructions, and bills of materials (BOMs) to inspect assemblies.

The ability to perform the task using a microscope is a must.

Perform visual and/or magnified inspection of SMT and T.H. assemblies for workmanship, component placement, solder joint integrity, component placement, polarity, orientation, damage, and cleanliness and labeling.

Verify first article, in-process, and final inspections as defined by quality plans.

Ensure inspection criteria meet applicable standards (e.g., IPC-A-610, customer requirements).

Ability to operate AOI equipment to inspect SMT assemblies for component presence, placement, polarity, orientation, solder joint quality, and defects.

Review, analyze, and validate AOI results to distinguish true defects from false calls.

Ability to operate X-ray inspection systems to evaluate hidden solder joints, including BGAs, QFNs, and other bottom-terminated components.

Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming products to the rejection Database.

Demonstrated attention to detail and recorded the accuracy as documented information.

Communicate defects, trends, and quality concerns to your supervisor.

Knowledge of SMT and T.H soldering defects and component types.

Education & Experience

Associate degree with 3-year experience in electronic assembly inspection (SMT and T.H.)

High school diploma or equivalent with technical or electronics training preferred, with 3 years' experience in electronic assembly inspection (SMT and T.H.).

Knowledge of basic computer skills and MS Word and Excel is a must.

Knowledge of AOI Equipment inspection and reviewing is a plus.

IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 certification or knowledge is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings and work instructions.

Ability to read manufacturer datasheets is a plus.

Familiarity with IPC workmanship standards (IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 preferred).

Knowledge of SMT and T.H. soldering defects and component types.

Experience using inspection tools such as microscopes and magnification aids.

Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Compensation Package:

HORIBA Instruments offers a competitive compensation package that includes a 401(k) plan with match; employee group dental, vision, life, and disability (short and long-term) paid for by the company; medical insurance, family dental and vision insurance, and supplemental life insurance available with reasonable employee contributions; employee assistance program; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; flexible spending accounts; and educational reimbursement and commuter benefit programs.

If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, please call (732)494-8660 for assistance. HORIBA will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, to support individuals with disabilities to be able to participate in the hiring process. HORIBA is committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities.

Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - EEO/Veteran Status/Disabilities

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Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

2391-6472

How this job compares

Set against the 4,363 open Quality Assurance jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 15, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$25/hr
  • New Jersey median$25–28/hr28 hourly ranges
  • US median$25–30/hr742 hourly ranges

This rate, $25/hr, is close to the New Jersey median midpoint ($26/hr) — in the middle half of Quality Assurance hourly ranges in New Jersey.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 136 open Quality Assurance jobs in New Jersey and 4,363 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New Jersey
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Quality Assurance postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (3,421 postings).
Education
1,490 of the 4,363 open Quality Assurance jobs (34%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 15, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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