IQC Inspector II (Onsite)

NCSL International; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and 401k matching

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Wellness programs

Office snacks

Job summary

Axon is hiring an IQC Inspector at the Phoenix, AZ site. You will perform incoming quality inspections on raw materials and subassemblies using metrology tools, ensuring conformance to specs and maintaining traceable records.

The role reports to the Sr Supervisor, Quality Engineering and requires strong accuracy, documentation, and problem‑solving in a fast‑paced environment. Onsite position with collaboration across Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant quality‑inspection experience.
• Experience performing quality‑control inspections using metrology equipment, hand tools, gauges, microscopes, or similar measurement devices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply specifications, inspection criteria, control limits, and quality documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, documentation discipline, and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic computer and software skills, with the ability to enter, maintain, and retrieve inspection data in electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming quality‑control inspections on raw materials, bulk intermediates, subassemblies, and assemblies in accordance with approved inspection plans, specifications, and control limits.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using metrology equipment, hand tools, microscopes, and other inspection instruments.
• Interpret inspection results, compare findings against established acceptance criteria, and determine or recommend whether materials are appropriate for release.
• Document inspection results accurately in applicable quality and process systems, maintaining complete and traceable records.
• Identify, document, and verify calibration status for inspection and laboratory equipment and support equipment validation, maintenance, and calibration activities as needed.
• Evaluate material and product quality trends and support problem‑solving activities to address recurring quality issues.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and compliant inspection environment, including adherence to sanitation, safety, and quality procedures.
• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to support material disposition, process improvement, and production readiness.
• Follow required personal protective equipment and safety practices in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.

Skills

Quality inspections

Attention to detail

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Metrology equipment

Gauges

Microscopes

CMM

Job description

Join Axon and be a Force for Good.

At Axon, we're on a mission to Protect Life. We're explorers, pursuing society's most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.

Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you'll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Your Impact

As an IQC Inspector, you will help ensure the quality and reliability of materials and components used in Axon products. You will perform incoming quality inspections on raw materials, bulk intermediates, subassemblies, and assemblies, using metrology equipment, hand tools, and quality systems to verify conformance to established specifications. This hands‑on role is critical to identifying issues early, maintaining high quality standards, and supporting reliable production operations.

What You'll Do

Location: Onsite at our Phoenix, AZ office

Reports to: Sr Supervisor, Quality Engineering

Direct Reports: None

• Perform incoming quality‑control inspections on raw materials, bulk intermediates, subassemblies, and assemblies in accordance with approved inspection plans, specifications, and control limits.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using metrology equipment, hand tools, microscopes, and other inspection instruments.
• Interpret inspection results, compare findings against established acceptance criteria, and determine or recommend whether materials are appropriate for release.
• Document inspection results accurately in applicable quality and process systems, maintaining complete and traceable records.
• Identify, document, and
• Verify calibration status for inspection and laboratory equipment and support equipment validation, maintenance, and calibration activities as needed.
• Evaluate material and product quality trends and support problem‑solving activities to address recurring quality issues.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and compliant inspection environment, including adherence to sanitation, safety, and quality procedures.
• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to support material disposition, process improvement, and production readiness.
• Follow required personal protective equipment and safety practices in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.

What You Bring

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant quality‑inspection experience.
• Experience performing quality‑control inspections using metrology equipment, hand tools, gauges, microscopes, or similar measurement devices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply specifications, inspection criteria, control limits, and quality documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, documentation discipline, and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic computer and software skills, with the ability to enter, maintain, and retrieve inspection data in electronic systems.
• Ability to work in a warehouse or manufacturing environment and safely perform physical requirements, including prolonged standing, sitting, bending, using hands to handle tools and materials, lifting up to 25 pounds, and differentiating colors.
• Knowledge of IPC‑A‑610 and/or IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 standards is preferred.
• Experience operating a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) is preferred.

Benefits that Benefit You

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• Learning & Development programs
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.

Don't meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long‑term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you're excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Important Notes

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities,