Job description

Job Title: Quality Control (QC) Inspector
Department: Quality Control
Reports To: QC Manager
Position Type: Full-Time
Hours per Week: 40+
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 3PM-11:30PM

Position Summary:

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for maintaining quality standards by performing inspections on incoming, in-process, and finished products. This role also involves recording inspection results and communicating findings across departments to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of finished products across multiple technologies
• Use hand measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges) to verify part specifications
• Interpret engineering drawings for both dimensional and visual requirements
• Generate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for any discrepant materials
• Apply knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to inspection processes
• Document inspection results using internal QA systems, including FAIRs, AS9102, and NCR documentation
• Provide inspection feedback to relevant departments and QC leadership
• Follow all procedures for proper use and maintenance of measurement tools

Skills and Competencies:

• High attention to detail
• Strong manual dexterity and hand skills
• Previous production or manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and commitment to quality
• Open to continuous learning and improvement; provides and accepts constructive feedback

Education & Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; or two years of relevant experience in quality control or manufacturing
• Experience with inspection tools is required
• Familiarity with CMM or articulating arm is a plus
• Understanding of ISO 9001:2015 or similar quality standards is a plus
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and Windows navigation
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Capable of following detailed instructions and procedures

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

 

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift

 

Education:

 

• High school or equivalent (Required)

 

Experience:

 

• Quality control: 2 years (Required)

 

Shift availability:

 

• Day Shift (Required)

 

Ability to Commute:

 

• Carlsbad, CA 92011 (Required)

 

Ability to Relocate:

 

• Carlsbad, CA 92011: Relocate before starting work (Required)

 

Work Location: In person