Quality Inspector

Responsibilities: Perform in-process and final inspections for production assemblies. Execute inspections strictly in accordance with work instructions and customer quality requirements. Use microscopes and precision inspection tools to evaluate small, high-value components. Complete all required inspection checklists accurately and in alignment with production rates. Conduct incoming inspections of materials per defined inspection criteria and quality control plans. Review and verify required documentation, certifications, and records for incoming material. Inspect and accept materials requiring special handling, including glues, adhesives, and chemicals. Verify labeling, expiration dates, storage requirements, and ensure Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are on file. Review Travelers, Work Orders, and inspection records for accuracy and completeness. Scan, file, and store quality records to meet ISO 9001 and customer requirements. Participate in monthly process audits. Monitor daily ESD compliance, including humidity checks. Follow and enforce quality procedures and handling requirements. Attend daily stand-up meetings and provide inspection status updates. Participate in meetings to identify gating items, risks, and inspection constraints. Assist in training technicians to ensure shared understanding of quality expectations. Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, or standardize inspection and documentation processes. Essential Skills: High school diploma or equivalent. 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, inspection, or quality role. Demonstrated ability to follow detailed work instructions and quality procedures. Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems. Comfortable performing microscope-based inspection and handling small precision parts. Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy. Basic computer skills and ability to learn PLM and quality systems (e.g., Arena). Experience in photonics, optics, microelectronics, or aerospace/defense manufacturing. Familiarity with ESD-controlled environments. Experience with nonconformance reporting and MRB processes. Comfortable working in a production environment with high mix / low volume hardware. Works methodically and independently with minimal supervision. Communicates clearly with manufacturing, operations, and quality leadership.

Additional Skills & Qualifications: Experience in photonics, optics, microelectronics, or aerospace/defense manufacturing. Familiarity with ESD-controlled environments.

Why Work Here? This position offers a long-term opportunity in a supportive environment where continuous improvement is encouraged. The role allows for independent work with minimal supervision, providing a chance to contribute meaningfully to the production process. You will be a part of a team that values clear communication and quality leadership.

Work Environment: The work environment is a cleanroom setting within a start-up atmosphere, focusing on bench work under a microscope. You will be soldering very small fiber optic parts, ensuring precision and quality in every task. The role requires adherence to a high mix/low volume production setting, emphasizing meticulous attention to detail. Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Jose, CA.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $39.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in San Jose, CA.