Incoming Quality Control Technician

Ultimate Staffing; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is hiring an Incoming Quality Control Technician for a 100% onsite role in San Jose, CA. The position offers an hourly salary of USD38–USD45 with a six‑month assignment and potential extension.

The technician will inspect incoming parts, use optical microscopy and metrology equipment, and document results for technical review. Strong recordkeeping and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical certificate preferred.
• At least 2 years combined education and hands-on experience in inspection/quality control.
• Experience reading technical drawings, tolerances, and inspection instructions.
• Able to work in a laboratory or manufacturing inspection area with safety procedures.
• Proficient with computer-based quality systems and ERP data entry.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming visual and dimensional inspections per procedures and plans.
• Operate microscopy and metrology equipment (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.).
• Conduct First Article or new-part inspections and document results.
• Prepare samples and inspection fixtures; enter data into systems.
• Record results and maintain inspection history; support material release/hold.
• Identify nonconforming material and support nonconformance documentation.
• Monitor process parameters and troubleshoot to ensure reliable results.
• Communicate findings to engineers, quality partners, and operations.
• Maintain shift passdowns, notebooks, and equipment logs; keep areas organized.
• Follow safety, chemical handling, waste disposal, and contamination-control procedures.
• Support changing priorities while meeting quality, throughput, and turnaround goals.
• Adapt to shift training periods with flexibility for overtime.

Skills

Inspection

Metrology

Microscopy

Quality control

Documentation

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certificate (preferred)

Tools

Zeiss Calypso

Keyence

SmartScope

Job description

Incoming Quality Control Technician (JN -102026-434218) San Jose, California

Salary: USD38 - USD45 per hour

Ultimate Staffing is hiring for IQC Technicians to work a 100% onsite at our customer's site located in San Jose CA.

Shift 1: Monday–Friday, 9:00 A.M.–5:30 P.M. 6 Month Assignment (Might be a possibility of extending)

Actual shift may change based on evolving team needs and the selected candidate’s skill set. Shift flexibility may be required during the initial training period.

Position Summary

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Incoming Quality Control Technician to support incoming material inspection, microscopy-based evaluation, process development, quality control, and failure analysis activities. This technician will perform visual and dimensional inspections of purchased parts, materials, assemblies, and samples to verify conformance to approved drawings, specifications, procedures, and inspection plans before release for production use. The ideal candidate works safely and independently, maintains accurate records, communicates clearly, and consistently delivers reliable results in a high-volume technical environment.

Responsibilities

• · Perform incoming visual and dimensional inspections of purchased parts, materials, assemblies, and samples in accordance with approved procedures, specifications, drawings, and inspection plans.
• · Operate optical microscopy and standard metrology equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, dial indicators, surface plates, and optical comparators, as trained and qualified.
• · Conduct First Article or new-part inspections under established procedures and document results for technical review.
• · Prepare samples and inspection fixtures; enter, review, and upload inspection data, images, and supporting documentation into approved quality, laboratory, or ERP systems.
• · Record inspection results, maintain inspection history files, and support material release or hold transactions according to established procedures and authorization levels.
• · Identify nonconforming material, preserve traceability, prevent mix‑ups or damage, and initiate or support nonconformance documentation for technical disposition.
• · Monitor and record key process or test parameters and apply sound troubleshooting and critical‑thinking skills to deliver repeatable, reliable results.
• · Communicate inspection findings to engineers, quality partners, and operations personnel.
• · Maintain clear shift passdowns, laboratory notebooks, equipment logs, calibration-status awareness, and organized work areas.
• · Follow all safety, chemical handling, hazardous waste, contamination‑control, and material‑handling procedures.
• · Support changing Manufacturing, R&D, and laboratory priorities while meeting quality, throughput, and turnaround expectations.
• · High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certificate in engineering technology, metrology, manufacturing, materials science, laboratory science, or a related field preferred.
• · At least 2 years of combined relevant education and hands‑on experience in incoming inspection, quality control, metrology, manufacturing, microscopy, or an analytical laboratory environment.
• · Experience reading technical drawings, specifications, tolerances, and inspection instructions.
• · Experience with chemical handling, sample preparation, and hazardous waste disposal, with knowledge of safe laboratory practices.
• · Ability to use computer‑based quality systems, laboratory databases, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office applications for data entry and documentation.
• · Ability to work in a glovebox, dry room, fume hood, laboratory, or manufacturing inspection area as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• · Careful, consistent, and detail‑oriented approach to inspection, sample handling, data entry, and documentation.
• · Ability to follow controlled procedures and inspection plans while recognizing and escalating abnormal conditions.
• · Strong organization, prioritization, and time‑management skills in a high-volume environment with changing priorities.
• · Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with engineering, quality, manufacturing, purchasing, and supplier‑facing teams.
• · Practical problem‑solving skills and willingness to learn new inspection, microscopy, and metrology techniques.
• · Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• · Demonstrated reliability in meeting commitments, maintaining traceability, and protecting product quality.
• · Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, initial training schedules, or overtime to cover business needs and shift gaps.

Physical Requirements

• · Work may be performed in a laboratory, dry room, fume hood, glovebox, or manufacturing inspection area.
• · Frequent use of fine motor skills and inspection equipment; ability to stand or sit for extended periods and perform reaching and twisting motions with the hands and arms.
• · Ability to safely lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• · Ability to use required personal protective equipment and follow site‑specific environmental, health, and safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• · Experience in a Li‑ion battery, medical device, semiconductor, precision manufacturing, or analytical test laboratory environment.
• · Experience with vision inspection systems, optical comparators, CMM equipment, or software such as Zeiss Calypso, Keyence, SmartScope, or equivalent platforms.