Quality Line Inspector

viaPhoton • Naperville, IL

52d • Onsite

About The Position

Your eye for detail keeps our products meeting the highest standards before they ship to major data centers and clients. You'll perform inspections at every stage of production, use specialized test equipment, and catch issues early. This is critical work that directly enhances our customers trust.

Requirements

• Have an associate degree in Engineering Technology or a 2-year diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Optical fields highly preferred, but not required
• Willingness to learn and a positive attitude is more valuable than direct experience
• Have 5+ years of industrial experience in a manufacturing environment (a plus, but not required)
• Have careful attention to detail and can use precision inspection equipment
• Are willing to travel as needed
• Can work methodically on detailed, repetitive inspection tasks

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspection of fiber optic connector terminations (LC, SC, MPO/MTP, MMC) using inspection microscopes per IEC/TIA standards
• Measure and validate optical performance including insertion loss and return loss
• Conduct line audits to monitor manufacturing processes for compliance and identify trends
• Accurately record inspection results, test data, and document any nonconformances for traceability
• Initiate containment actions when nonconforming material is detected and support first article and NPI inspections
• Support root cause analysis and corrective and preventive action activities

Benefits

• Robust health, dental, and vision coverage that starts on day 1
• 401(k) with 4% match, vests immediately after a 90-day waiting period
• Flexible PTO that grows over time
• 10 paid holidays, including 2 floating holidays
• Monthly team events
• Shift differential for 2nd shift
• Overtime eligibility
• $2,000 prepaid card for medical expenses (prorated based on start date)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree