QA Inspectors (Project Fremont)

Coherent Corp.; Calamba; On-site; PHP 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Calamba, Laguna is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure materials and finished products meet approved standards. You will follow procedures, read drawings, and use measuring tools to verify quality while maintaining accurate records.

This on-site role requires attention to detail, Excel/data-entry skills, and adherence to SOPs, safety, 5S, and cleanroom practices. You will work with Production, Engineering, and QA teams to support audits and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Follow inspection procedures, work instructions, sampling plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Record inspection results accurately and maintain quality documentation.
• Identify, segregate, and report nonconforming materials or products.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials, WIP, and finished products against approved standards.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections.
• Maintain documentation and accuracy of inspection results.
• Escalate quality concerns to QA Engineer or supervisor.
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Warehouse, and Quality teams to meet schedules.

Skills

Inspection procedures

Visual inspection

Reading drawings/specifications

Measuring tools

Excel / data-entry

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

College level with at least 1 year experience as quality inspector in manufacturing environment

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials, work-in-process, and finished products according to approved standards.
• Follow inspection procedures, work instructions, sampling plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Perform visual, dimensional, functional, and other required inspections.
• Record inspection results accurately and maintain quality documentation.
• Identify, segregate, and report nonconforming materials or products.
• Support product buy-off, line qualification, NPI, and special inspection activities.
• Verify compliance with process requirements and report abnormalities promptly.
• Use measuring tools and inspection equipment correctly and maintain equipment condition.
• Support defect verification, reinspection, containment, sorting, and rework activities.
• Escalate quality concerns to the QA Engineer or supervisor.
• Maintain cleanliness, 5S, ESD, safety, and cleanroom requirements.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement activities, and problem-solving investigations.
• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Warehouse, and Quality teams.
• Meet inspection schedules while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Protect product quality by preventing nonconforming materials from progressing to the next process or reaching the customer.

Education & Experience

• College level with at least 1 year experience as quality inspector in a manufacturing environment

Skills

• Knowledge of inspection procedures, sampling plans, and quality standards.
• Ability to perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections.
• Ability to read work instructions, drawings, specifications, and acceptance criteria.
• Proper use of measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• Accurate recording and reporting of inspection results.
• Ability to identify, segregate, and report nonconforming products.
• Basic knowledge of SPC, defect classification, and quality documentation.
• Good attention to detail and ability to detect abnormalities.
• Basic problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Clear communication and effective teamwork.
• Ability to follow SOPs, safety, ESD, cleanroom, and 5S requirements.
• Ability to work independently and meet inspection schedules.
• Willingness to support audits, product qualification, and improvement activities.
• Basic computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and data-entry applications.
• Demonstrates integrity, discipline, accountability, and a strong quality mindset.

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite
• Shifting Schedule and may work on Saturday or Sundays

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Coherent Philippines Pte Ltd shares the 5 key principles of fair employment practices and is committed to adopting these principles in the management of our human resources. We believe that the effective implementation of fair employment practices will bring about a more harmonious and progressive work environment within our organization, and contribute towards making Philippines a great place to work.

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!