Quality Control Technician – Receiving inspection

Job Title: Quality Control Technician – Receiving inspection
Location: San Jose, CA 95134 (Onsite)
Duration: 3months W2 contract with high possibility of extension based on performance and depending on business needs
Pay Range: $30 to $35/Hour on W2
Shift Timing: Monday- Friday starting at 7AM PST
Position Summary
The Quality Control Technician performs routine inspections of incoming materials and components to verify they meet documented requirements. The role follows established procedures, inspection plans, and training, and accurately records results. The technician supports day-to-day maintenance of the Receiving Inspection (RI) process, maintains assigned RI metrics, and helps carry out approved process improvements. The technician identifies and escalates discrepancies or suspected nonconformances for review.
Responsibilities
– Review purchase orders, packing slips, certificates, drawings, specifications, and inspection instructions, as applicable.
– Verify incoming material identity, quantity, labeling, condition, and required documentation.
– Perform visual and basic measurement inspections using approved methods and tools.
– Record inspection results accurately in the applicable system and maintain required traceability.
– Identify, label, and segregate material that is damaged, discrepant, or does not meet requirements.
– Support maintenance of the RI process by following current procedures, keeping inspection records organized, and communicating process issues or improvement opportunities.
– Support implementation of approved RI process improvement actions as assigned.
– Maintain assigned RI metrics and trackers, ensuring information is current and accurate. Communicate metric gaps, overdue items, or recurring trends to the supervisor and support follow-up actions as assigned.
– Track NCed items and follow up on assigned actions to support timely review and disposition.
– Follow applicable quality, safety, and material-handling procedures.
– Complete assigned training and ask for guidance when requirements or results are unclear.
A Day in the Life
– Review incoming inspection assignments and applicable instructions.
– Inspect materials according to approved procedures and sampling requirements.
– Enter results and route accepted or discrepant material according to the process.
– Update RI metrics and trackers and flag items that need follow-up.
– Identify process issues and support assigned, approved improvement actions.
– Coordinate with Receiving, Quality, and other teams to resolve routine questions.
Keys to Success
– Careful attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
– Consistent use of procedures and inspection instructions.
– Clear communication when requirements are unclear or an issue is found.
– Strong organization and follow-up when coordinating reviews and tracking material.
– Reliable support of daily RI activities, metric tracking, and approved process improvements.
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
– High school diploma or equivalent.
– Ability to read and follow written work instructions and record inspection results accurately.
– Ability to use basic computer applications and learn site systems.
– Ability to complete required training and follow established procedures.
Required Experience
– Receiving, warehouse, manufacturing, inspection, or quality experience is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
– Basic reading, writing, arithmetic, and computer skills.
– Ability to compare labels, quantities, and material to documented requirements.
– Good attention to detail and organizational skills.
– Ability to communicate questions and discrepancies.
– Ability to use basic inspection tools after training.
– Ability to coordinate schedules and follow up on routine action items.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
– Work is performed in a manufacturing, warehouse, and inspection environment.
– May require standing, walking, bending, and handling materials during the shift.
– May require lifting or moving materials within site requirements; specific limits should be confirmed for the position.
– Must follow applicable safety requirements and use required protective equipment.
Education
– High school diploma or equivalent.