Inspector I

Aleron; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is hiring an Inspector I in Boulder, CO for a 6-month temp-to-hire role in a semiconductor manufacturing environment. You will perform visual and mechanical inspections, verify compliance with quality standards, and maintain accurate inspection records.

Ideal candidates have 0-2 years in manufacturing or electronics assembly, with strong attention to detail and familiarity with inspection tools like microscopes and calipers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0-2 years in manufacturing, quality inspection, or electronics assembly.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and mechanical inspections of semiconductor components, assemblies, and materials to ensure quality specifications.
• Use inspection tools such as microscopes, calipers, gauges, and measurement equipment to verify product quality.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, and established quality guidelines.
• Verify product documentation, labeling, and lot traceability while maintaining accurate inspection records.
• Support incoming, in-process, and final inspections, identify nonconforming materials, and elevate quality concerns to the appropriate teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality assurance

Visual inspection

Mechanical inspection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microscopes

Calipers

Gauges

Measurement equipment

Job description

Job Title: Inspector I

Location: Boulder, CO

Employment Type: Temp to Hire (6 Months)

Industry: Semiconductor

Compensation: $22.00/hr

Schedule: 40 Hours/Week Mon - Fri (6:30am to 3pm)

About the Opportunity:

• We're looking for a detail-oriented Inspector I to support quality assurance and production operations within a semiconductor manufacturing environment. In this entry-level role, you'll perform visual and mechanical inspections of semiconductor components and materials, verify compliance with quality standards, and maintain accurate inspection records. This is a great opportunity to build your career in quality inspection and develop your technical skills in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do:

• Perform visual and mechanical inspections of semiconductor components, assemblies, and materials to ensure they meet quality specifications.
• Use inspection tools such as microscopes, calipers, gauges, and measurement equipment to verify product quality.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and established quality guidelines.
• Verify product documentation, labeling, and lot traceability while maintaining accurate inspection records.
• Support incoming, in-process, and final inspections, identify nonconforming materials, and elevate quality concerns to the appropriate teams.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0-2 years of experience in manufacturing, quality inspection, or electronics assembly

What Sets You Apart:

• Semiconductor, electronics, or microelectronics manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with microscopes or optical inspection tools.
• Knowledge of ESD handling procedures.
• Knowledge of industry quality standards (ISO 9001, IPC, or similar).
• Ability to read basic drawings, procedures, and inspection instructions.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.