Inspector I

Vantedge Medical; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Vander-Bend, a division of Vantedge Medical, is seeking an Inspector I at our Stockton, CA manufacturing facility. This full-time, onsite role performs first-piece, in-process, lot, and incoming inspections to ensure parts meet drawings and quality requirements.

You will work under the Quality Control Supervisor, use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other tools, and help maintain QMS and ISO 9001 compliance. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ year inspection experience or 2 years manufacturing/fabrication experience.
• Experience with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, test indicators.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings; basic GD&T.
• Familiar with quality management systems and calibration.
• Excellent attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• English communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, and PDF tools.
• Able to work in fast-paced manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform first-piece, in-process, lot, and incoming inspections using standard measuring tools.
• Verify products against prints and work orders.
• Report deviations and escalate nonconformances.
• Record inspection results and maintain quality records.
• Prioritize inspections with supervisor guidance.
• Tag and segregate rejected parts.
• Maintain gauge calibration status and notify when new gauges are purchased.
• Support QMS and ISO 9001 compliance.
• Assist with operator training on QMS and inspection requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English proficiency

Visual inspection

Record keeping

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Test indicators

Fabrivision

Job description

Description

Inspector I

Full-time |Permanent| Onsite

Day Shift | 4:30 am - 1:10 pm

Hourly | $22 - $27

*We are not currently working with third party agencies on this role.

About Us:

Vander-Bend is a U.S.-based manufacturer dedicated to building the precision infrastructure that powers tomorrow's AI. Our expertise in server racking and power delivery solutions provides the backbone for next-generation data centers, enabling hyperscalers and integrators to innovate and scale globally. With a focus on trusted, domestic manufacturing, we deliver quality, speed, and innovation at scale-redefining AI infrastructure for the future.

We are a newly created division of Vantedge Medical, the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. With a steadfast commitment to advancing technology, we take immense pride in the work we do - and have a lot of fun doing it.

About the Role:

The Inspector I is responsible for performing first-piece, in-process, lot, and incoming inspections within the Stockton manufacturing facility. Working under the direction of the Quality Control Supervisor and senior inspectors, this role verifies that products meet drawings, work orders, and quality requirements, and helps maintain day-to-day compliance with the Quality Management System.

Responsibilities:

• Perform first-piece inspection for punch and fabrication operations, as well as in-process, lot, and incoming inspections using standard measuring tools.
• Verify product against prints, work orders (notes), and other pertinent documentation.
• Alert operators of deviations found during inspection and escal nonconformances to senior inspectors or the Quality Control Supervisor.
• Record inspection results and create and compile quality records as defined by the QMS and customer-specific requirements.
• Prioritize inspections based on workload and job priorities, with guidance from the supervisor.
• Ensure rejected parts are tagged, segregated, and processed in a timely manner.
• Help maintain gage calibration status and notify the Calibration Coordinator when new gages are purchased.
• Support compliance with QMS and ISO 9001 requirements, such as use of controlled documents, marking of reference gages, and regular line clearance.
• Assist with training operators on basic QMS and inspection requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of inspection experience or 2 year of manufacturing/fabrication experience; candidates with less experience may be considered based on education or relevant training.
• Experience using basic measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, and test indicators; Fabrivision experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings; basic GD&T knowledge is a plus.
• Good understanding of shop mathematics.
• Basic familiarity with quality management systems and calibration.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills; able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, and Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment