Sr. Quality Specialist

Cohu • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

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 is based on-site in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo) and works first shift, 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.

The work takes place in a manufacturing or lab environment with constant or intermittent noise. The role requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. The estimated base pay is $34 to $38 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related factors. The role may also be eligible for other compensation programs under company policy.

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; CMM; and optical comparator.
• 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 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.
• Provide input on the disposition of non-conforming units or materials.
• Collect data and prepare reports.
• Perform quality audits.
• Provide work leadership to lower-level employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Profit sharing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED