Sr. Quality Specialist
About The Position
Cohu is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Specialist to help ensure product quality and compliance through mechanical inspection, CMM programming, quality auditing, and cross-functional problem-solving. The role focuses on precision measurement, GD&T, and manufacturing quality processes. It is based in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo) and is onsite, working first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Overtime is available and may sometimes be required based on business needs. The position provides work leadership to lower-level employees. Work takes place in a manufacturing or laboratory environment with constant or intermittent noise.
Requirements
- High school education and specialized quality education courses.
- Eight years of mechanical inspection experience.
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and quality assurance standards.
- Strong working knowledge of ANSI Y-14.5 M, geometric tolerancing, and shop mathematics.
- Experience with precision measuring instruments, including a surface plate or table, protractors, micrometers, and gauges; standard hand tools; coordinate measuring machines (CMM); and optical comparators.
- Two years of CMM programming experience.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- CMM programming experience with PC-DMIS is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Program a direct computer-controlled (DCC) coordinate measuring machine (CMM) using software.
- Inspect fabricated materials for conformance to requirements.
- Prepare setups using precision measuring instruments to verify measurements.
- Report findings to the Machine Shop, Engineering, and Inspection Supervisor.
- Work with department supervisors to identify and resolve issues and provide input on disposition of non-conforming units or materials.
- Collect data and prepare reports.
- Perform quality audits.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Provide work leadership to lower-level employees.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company matching contributions
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition assistance
- Disability and life insurance
- Profit sharing
- The role may be eligible for other compensation programs as determined by company policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
