Mechanical QC Inspector (Second Shift)

Rocket EMS; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket EMS in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Mechanical QC Inspector to inspect sheet metal parts, mechanical components, and electromechanical assemblies for conformance to drawings and workmanship standards. You will participate in incoming, in-process, and final inspections and document results.

Responsibilities include verifying part numbers, inspecting per drawings, recording results, creating Non-Conforming Material Reports, and moving non-conforming items to the MRB cage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience inspecting mechanical parts, sheet metal parts, or electromechanical assemblies preferred.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical part drawings and assembly drawings.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 workmanship standards preferred.
• Ability to use inspection tools such as digital calipers, pin gauges, and multimeters.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection verifications against PO, drawings, and documentation requirements.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections at required checkpoints.
• Record inspection results accurately in the required system or documentation.
• Create Non-Conforming Material Reports for rejected or non-conforming products; move to MRB cage.
• Support production and quality teams by identifying workmanship or documentation issues.

Skills

Reading drawings and assembly drawings

Dimensional inspection

English communication

Documentation

Attention to detail

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digital calipers

Pin gauges

Multimeters

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Mechanical QC Inspector is responsible for inspecting sheet metal parts, mechanical components, and electromechanical assemblies to ensure they meet drawing, specification, and workmanship requirements. This role supports incoming inspection, in-process inspection, and final inspection activities while documenting results and identifying non-conforming material.

Job Responsibilities

Incoming Inspection

• Verify manufacturer name and manufacturer part number against purchase order and documentation requirements.
• Inspect parts according to applicable part drawings, specifications, and inspection criteria.
• Verify part markings, date codes, lot codes, and other required identification per instructions.
• Review and confirm compliance with any additional customer, engineering, or quality requirements.
• Check packing lists against received items and purchase order requirements.
• Record inspection results accurately in the required system or documentation.
• Create Non-Conforming Material Reports for rejected or non-conforming products.
• Move non-conforming material to the MRB cage according to company procedure.

In-Process and Final Inspection

• Follow Manufacturing Process Instructions and inspect electromechanical assemblies at required inspection points.
• Use product checklists to verify all required checkpoints at sub-assembly and final assembly stages.
• Review and follow approved deviations, customer requirements, and engineering instructions.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspection of assemblies to confirm compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Create Non-Conforming Material Reports for non-conforming products and move them to the MRB cage.
• Support production and quality teams by identifying workmanship or documentation issues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience inspecting mechanical parts, sheet metal parts, or electromechanical assemblies preferred.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand mechanical part drawings and assembly drawings.
• Ability to perform dimensional and visual inspections based on drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 workmanship standards preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English as required to perform the job.
• Ability to use inspection tools such as digital calipers, pin gauges, and multimeters.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document inspection results.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.

Pay Range

$26 - $31 USD

ITAR/EAR Compliance: Due to the nature of the work performed at Rocket EMS, this position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for any required government authorization.

Rocket EMS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act. Candidates are not required to disclose criminal history or participate in a background check unless and until a conditional offer of employment has been made. Any final offer of employment may be conditioned on completion of a background check, consistent with applicable law.