IC Board Inspector
あいしーきばんけんさこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A quality control position in manufacturing sites that inspects the appearance and circuit abnormalities of electronic boards and IC boards to prevent defective products from flowing out.
Description
IC board inspectors check the appearance, soldering, and wiring status of IC boards (printed circuit boards) produced on the manufacturing line using microscopes, automated optical inspection (AOI), X-ray inspection equipment, etc., to detect and determine defective areas. They conduct continuity and insulation resistance tests, create inspection records. If abnormalities are found, they instruct corrections or re-inspections, and collaborate with the quality control department to contribute to improvements in the manufacturing process.
Future Outlook
To improve production efficiency and reduce defective products, the introduction of AI-utilizing automated inspection equipment is progressing. Technicians with high inspection accuracy and equipment operation knowledge are expected to have continued demand.
Personality Traits
Cautious / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Inspector → Quality Control Officer → Quality Assurance Engineer → Production Engineering → Manufacturing Line Leader
Required Skills
Automated Optical Inspection Equipment Operation / Inspection Record Creation / Multimeter Measurement / Visual Inspection / X-ray Inspection Equipment Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Equipment Maintenance Knowledge / QC Seven Tools / Soldering Skills / Statistical Quality Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires high attention to detail to not miss minute defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows established inspection procedures |
Related Qualifications
- Electronic Equipment Assembly Skills Certification
- QC Certification (Quality Control Certification)
Aliases
- IC Board Inspector
- PCB Inspector
- Printed Circuit Board Inspector
Related Jobs
- Electronic Component Assembler
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- Semiconductor Inspector