Quality Inspector

Ample • San Francisco, CA

268d

About The Position

Ample, inc. is a cutting-edge electric vehicle battery swapping company at the forefront of sustainable transportation solutions. Our mission is to accelerate the global transition to clean and efficient mobility by revolutionizing the way EVs are powered. At Ample, we utilize advanced robotics to enable rapid and cost-effective modular battery swapping, making powering your electric car as convenient as a gas station visit. Our passionate team of technologists, designers, and environmental advocates is dedicated to addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our era. Join Ample and be part of our mission to make this accessible to billions of vehicles worldwide.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality control environment.
• A mindset focused on continuous improvement and proactive problem-solving.
• Strong mechanical inspection skills; proficient in using precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, and CMMs.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings; familiarity with GD&T is a strong advantage.
• Comfortable with physical activity—standing, walking, and moving with a full range of motion during shifts.
• A keen attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize and act with ownership.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build positive relationships across teams to push quality upstream.

Responsibilities

• Ensure only top-quality parts reach our customers—both internal and external—by identifying and containing nonconforming products.
• Collaborate closely with Supplier Development Engineers to drive improvements in receiving yield and share actionable insights based on inspection data.
• Provide early, critical feedback to Design Engineers to improve product maturity through Design for Quality practices.
• Conduct in-process inspections of assemblies to catch issues before final integration.
• Perform final product verifications to uphold our zero-defect shipping goal.
• Inspect incoming materials against technical drawings and specifications.
• Take a holistic view of the process—measuring, analyzing, and improving every step to enhance product quality.
• Collect and translate data into meaningful quality metrics and continuous improvement actions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve issues at the source, using root cause analysis to drive long-term solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Real Estate