Quality Control Inspector
About The Position
The Quality Control Inspector performs hands-on inspection and assembly of precision optical lenses and components in a clean-room environment. The role is the final quality check before products ship, using magnification and optical inspection equipment to identify surface defects and calibrated tools to verify measurements. The employer provides training on its tools, drawings, and optical standards. The position is full-time, permanent, direct hire, and onsite in San Diego, California. The schedule is Monday through Friday on a day shift, either 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Compensation is $23.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and job-related factors. The position reports to the Chief Executive Officer.
Requirements
- Exceptional attention to detail and a careful, methodical approach.
- Steady hands and comfort performing small, intricate, close-tolerance work.
- Some hands-on experience in inspection, assembly, laboratory, production, or a comparable precision environment.
- Comfort working in a clean room for full shifts.
- Basic computer comfort for data entry across several applications.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Experience reading mechanical drawings or using calipers and precision measurement tools.
- Optical or quality inspection experience, including surface quality or scratch-dig criteria.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality procedures.
- Background in optics, medical device, or semiconductor manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Inspect optical lenses and components for scratches, digs, and other cosmetic or surface defects using magnification and optical inspection equipment.
- Take precise measurements using calibrated tools such as calipers.
- Assemble small, intricate optical components.
- Read and interpret mechanical drawings to verify parts against specifications.
- Apply sample-rate inspection to maintain consistent quality.
- Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
- Follow clean-room and contamination-control protocols under the ISO 9001 system.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) matching.
- Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and paid company holidays.
- On-site gym.
- On-site golf simulator.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
