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Assistant First Article Inspector Jobs in Santa Clara, CA

Complete First Article Inspections (FAIs) and document inspection results. * Identify and document nonconformances while partnering with Manufacturing and Engineering to resolve quality issues.

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Support First Article Inspections (FAI) by collecting and documenting required data. * Participate in Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility (GR&R) studies as directed. * Assist with special ...

You'll run existing CMM programs and inspect by hand for first article, in-process, and final inspection on complex, tight-tolerance parts bound for aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and medical ...

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Quality Inspector

Fremont, CA · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Perform inspections at all stages: incoming, in-process, and final, ensuring compliance with quality standards. * Assist with First Article Inspections (FAI) and document findings accurately.

Quality Inspector

San Jose, CA · On-site

$29 - $32/hr

Building on the Quality Inspector role, the Inspector leads First Article Inspections (FAI), root ... Perform inspections to meet quality standards. * Assist with FAI and document findings. * Identify ...

CMM Quality Inspectors

San Jose, CA · On-site

$34 - $37/hr

You'll run existing CMM programs and inspect by hand for first article, in-process, and final inspection on complex, tight-tolerance parts bound for aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and medical ...

CMM Quality Inspectors

San Jose, CA · On-site

$34 - $37/hr

You'll run existing CMM programs and inspect by hand for first article, in-process, and final inspection on complex, tight-tolerance parts bound for aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and medical ...

Support First Article Inspection validation and prepare AS9102-compliant inspection documentation. * Inspect production lots required for supplier qualification, including two consecutive defect-free ...

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Document non-conforming materials and support NCR activities. * Assist with First Article Inspections (FAI), GR&R studies, and special inspection requests. * Support Quality Management System (QMS ...

SMT QC

San Jose, CA · On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Immediately inform Production Lead and Engineering when a line stoppage occurs. · Assist the First Article process to assure good quality for all builds. · Assist the QC inspectors to assure ...

SMT QC

San Jose, CA · On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Immediately inform Production Lead and Engineering when a line stoppage occurs. · Assist the First Article process to assure good quality for all builds. · Assist the QC inspectors to assure ...

CMM INSPECTOR

Fremont, CA · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Set up, calibrate, and operate CMM equipment to perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections on precision components. * Blueprint & Drawing Interpretation: Read and interpret complex ...

Quality Inspector

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

Final product inspection for mechanical measurements First Article Inspections (FAI) reports. What you'll do * Review documentation, inspect the product to ensure compliance with Teledyne Customer ...

Quality Inspector

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

Final product inspection for mechanical measurements First Article Inspections (FAI) reports. What you'll do * Review documentation, inspect the product to ensure compliance with Teledyne Customer ...

Quality Inspector

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

Final product inspection for mechanical measurements First Article Inspections (FAI) reports. What you'll do * Review documentation, inspect the product to ensure compliance with Teledyne Customer ...

Quality Inspector

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

Final product inspection for mechanical measurements First Article Inspections (FAI) reports. What you'll do * Review documentation, inspect the product to ensure compliance with Teledyne Customer ...

Quality Inspector

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

Final product inspection for mechanical measurements First Article Inspections (FAI) reports. What you'll do * Review documentation, inspect the product to ensure compliance with Teledyne Customer ...

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What is the difference between Assistant First Article Inspector vs Quality Control Inspector?

AspectAssistant First Article InspectorQuality Control Inspector
CredentialsHigh school diploma, training in inspection proceduresHigh school diploma, training or certification in quality control
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, assembly linesManufacturing facilities, inspection stations
Employer & IndustryAutomotive, aerospace, electronics industriesVarious manufacturing sectors including automotive, consumer goods
Primary FocusAssist in inspecting first articles for complianceInspect finished products for defects and quality standards

The Assistant First Article Inspector primarily supports the inspection of initial production samples to ensure they meet specifications, while the Quality Control Inspector performs ongoing inspections of finished products to maintain quality standards. Both roles require similar training but focus on different stages of the manufacturing process.

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Quality Inspector

Apera

San Jose, CA • On-site

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Job description

Quality Inspector – Electrical / Mechanical

Location: San Jose, CA

We're looking for an experienced Quality Inspector to support receiving, in-process, and final inspections of electrical components, electronic assemblies, PCBs, and mechanical components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

  • Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of electrical components, electronic assemblies, PCBs, and mechanical components.
  • Review engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to verify product conformance.
  • Perform visual and dimensional inspections using precision hand inspection tools.
  • Complete First Article Inspections (FAIs) and document inspection results.
  • Identify and document nonconformances while partnering with Manufacturing and Engineering to resolve quality issues.
  • Support inspection planning, quality documentation, and continuous process improvements.

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, electronics, medical device, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Experience performing receiving, in-process, and final inspections.
  • Strong experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and tolerances.
  • Hands-on experience using microscopes, calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, pin gauges, and height gauges.
  • Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs).
  • Experience documenting nonconformances and inspection results.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with Manufacturing and Engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • IPC-A-610 certification (or ability to obtain).
  • IPC/WHMA-A-620 experience.
  • AS9102 First Article Inspection experience.
  • Working knowledge of GD&T.
  • Experience with SAP or other MES systems.
  • Aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing experience.