QA Technician 2

FormFactor Inc.; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. in Livermore, CA, is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician 2 to perform detailed in-process and finished goods inspections, ensuring compliance with internal quality standards and customer specifications in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.

The role collaborates with Engineering and Operations, uses precision inspection tools, and supports continuous quality improvements while contributing to daily inspection and production targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of related experience.
• Operative/Technician roles involve complex machinery/processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and finished goods inspections to ensure materials meet quality and customer requirements.
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming materials or products.
• Coordinate with Engineering to investigate root causes and support corrective actions.
• Validate outgoing product data for accuracy and compliance with customer specifications.
• Capture and document inspection images for analysis and traceability.
• Maintain accurate inspection and quality records.

Skills

Following Instructions

Hand Tools

Inspection Equipment

Manufacturing Quality Assurance

Microsoft Office

Operating Microscopes

Probe Cards

Semiconductor Manufacturing

Tools

Olympus MX-50 microscopes

Job description

Forming Our Future together

FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full semiconductor product life cycle — from characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test. Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor’s products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge. The company serves customers through its network of facilities in Asia, Europe, and North America.

Rooted in our core values — Focus on the Customer, Ownership & Accountability, Respectfully & Effectively Communicate, and Motivate & Develop People — we foster an environment where diverse perspectives are not only welcomed but celebrated. Everyone can make an impact here. Whether it's improving products, supporting customers, or positively influencing peers and the community, the contributions of our people matter.

Shift

The regular hours for this position are Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Wednesday from 11:00am to 11:15pm. You will receive a 10% shift differential.

Job Description

The Quality Assurance Technician 2 is responsible for performing detailed in-process and finished goods inspections to ensure compliance with internal quality standards and customer specifications. This role applies advanced inspection techniques, supports defect investigations, and partners closely with Engineering and Operations to maintain product quality in a semiconductor manufacturing environment. The position operates with moderate autonomy and contributes to continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize Olympus MX-50 microscopes and other precision inspection tools to perform defect inspections on advanced probing technology products.
• Conduct in-process and finished goods inspections to ensure materials and products meet quality and customer requirements.
• Identify, document, and generate reports for nonconforming materials or products.
• Coordinate with Engineering and cross-functional teams to investigate root causes and support corrective actions.
• Validate outgoing product data for accuracy and compliance with customer specifications, update inspection results and inventory records in quality systems.
• Capture and document inspection images for analysis, traceability, and reporting
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate inspection and quality records.
• Use hand tools to assemble, inspect, and adjust mechanical assemblies as required.
• Work collaboratively within a shift-based team environment, while also performing as an individual contributor to meet daily inspection and production targets.
• Support operations and engineering activities as needed to meet quality and delivery commitments.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Role may involve frequent standing, repetitive hand motions, and handling small or delicate components.
• Work performed primarily in a clean‑room manufacturing setting, requiring adherence to gowning and contamination‑control procedures.
• May require exposure to chemicals, specialty tools, microscopes, or precision measurement equipment.
• Must follow all required safety protocols, wear appropriate PPE and clean‑room attire (full coverall suit, hairnet, mask, gloves, etc.) for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.

Skills

Following Instructions, Hand Tools, Inspection Equipment, Manufacturing Quality Assurance, Microsoft Office, Operating Microscopes, Probe Cards, Semiconductor Manufacturing

Education & Experience

Minimum of 1 - 2 years of related experience. Operative/Technician roles will typically operate more complex machinery/processes| Required

Pay Range

$22.10 - $29.03

Pay Range Explained

This role in Livermore, California pays between $22.10 and $29.03 per hour, depending on your experience, skills, and background. Pay may vary in other locations. We offer a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), and paid time off. You’ll also be eligible for quarterly profit-sharing bonuses and flexible spending or savings accounts.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

FormFactor is an equal opportunity employer. FormFactor complies with all national, state, and local laws that seek to promote equal opportunities for any applicant or employee without regard to age, race, color, gender, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, military service, or any other legally protected characteristics. These protections apply to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, and compensation.
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