Entry Level Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Sebastopol, CA

ITT Inc. (NYSE: ITT) is a diversified global leading manufacturer of highly engineered critical components and customized technology solutions serving the flow, aerospace and defense, transportation, industrial, and energy markets. Through operational execution, innovation, and disciplined capital deployment, including strategic acquisitions such as SPX FLOW, ITT partners with its customers to deliver enduring solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life. 

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, ITT has a market cap of roughly $20 billion and employs more than 15,000 people across 40 countries and serves customers in approximately 125 countries. Following the acquisition of SPX FLOW, the company is expected to generate $5.4 billion in annual revenue.

Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA: 

Flow Technologies: A global leader in, providing a broad portfolio of pumps, valves, mixing and agitation equipment, heat transfer, homogenizers, separation, water and wastewater treatment, and engineered process solutions. Our leading brands include the iconic Goulds Pumps (with more than 175 years of history), Anhydro, APV, Bornemann, Bran+Luebbe, C’treat, Engineered Valves, Gerstenberg Schröder, Habonim, Johnson Pump, Lightnin, Philadelphia, Plenty, PRO Cast, Rheinhütte, Seital Separation, Stelzer, Svanehøj, Tigerholm, Uutechnic, VIDAR, Waukesha Cherry-Burrell.

Motion Technologies: A global leader in brake pads (ICE and electrified brake pads) and shock absorbers (energy absorption solutions) for transportation applications. Our leading brands include Friction Technologies, KONI and Axtone.

Connect and Control Technologies: A leader in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets, including harsh environment connectors and control components. Our leading brands include ITT Cannon, Enidine, Aerospace Controls and kSARIA. 

Position Summary

The Quality Technician is responsible for performing inspection and testing activities to ensure materials and products meet engineering specifications and quality standards. This role supports manufacturing operations through inspection, data collection, and documentation of nonconformances while maintaining accurate quality records.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection of materials, components, and sub-assemblies from external suppliers in accordance with BIW drawings, specifications, and quality control plans
• Conduct in-process and final inspections of parts and assemblies produced by BIW Operations
• Maintain and update quality data within SAP ERP, QA test databases, and other applicable systems
• Document product and process nonconformances using SAP Quality Notifications
• Ensure all inspection records and documentation are accurate, complete, and legible in accordance with established standards

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical diploma preferred
• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in inspection and testing, or equivalent technical training
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications, including GD&T
• Proficient in basic mathematics (arithmetic, geometry, and trigonometry)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience auditing work orders, test data, and material certifications preferred
• U.S. Citizenship required

Inspection & Measurement Skills

• Hands-on experience using precision inspection and measurement tools, including:
• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Pin gauges
• Bore gauges
• Height gauges
• Ability to perform accurate dimensional inspections and verify product conformance to engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience recording, interpreting, and documenting measurement data as part of quality inspection processes
• Ability to interpret measurement results, including CMM data where applicable
• Ability to perform basic electrical testing using volt-ohm meters and high-potential (hipot) testing equipment

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the workday
• Frequent bending, lifting, reaching, and squatting
• Ability to lift to 30 lbs. on a regular basis

We aim to pay our ITTers fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on what they accomplish, but also on how they reflect ITTs values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations.
$55,800 - $83,000 USD Annual