QC Inspector II - (Temporary to Permanent)

IPG Photonics; Salem (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with Company matching

Paid time off

HSA/FSA options

Job summary

IPG Photonics is seeking a Quality Control Inspector II to conduct complex inspections of sub-assemblies, parts, and clean room products, interpreting orders and drawings to determine inspection requirements.

You will apply defined criteria, document results, and support continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years inspecting in manufacturing or quality environment.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, drawings, and specifications.
• Proficient with precision measurement tools and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct more complex inspections of sub-assemblies, parts, fibers, and clean room products.
• Interpret orders, blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine inspection requirements.
• Perform in-process and finished goods inspections per SOPs and quality plans.
• Use precision inspection tools to evaluate product conformance.
• Apply acceptance criteria and assign failure modes per SOPs.
• Document inspection results, measurements, and nonconformances in required systems.
• Identify trends or recurring issues and escalate to Quality, Engineering, or Manufacturing as appropriate.
• Support less experienced inspectors with guidance on procedures and criteria.
• Maintain safety, quality, ESD, and clean room compliance; keep area clean and organized.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Precision measurement

Documentation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Precision measurement tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Quality Control Inspector II conducts more complex inspections of sub‑assemblies, parts, fibers, and/or clean room products to ensure conformance with established quality standards. This role independently interprets work orders, drawings, and specifications, applies defined inspection criteria, and assigns failure modes in accordance with SOPs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct more complex inspections of sub‑assemblies, parts, fibers, and/or clean room products.
• Interpret work orders, blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine inspection requirements.
• Perform in process and finished goods inspections in accordance with SOPs and quality plans.
• Use precision inspection and measurement tools to evaluate product conformance.
• Apply established acceptance criteria and assign failure modes per SOPs.
• Accurately document inspection results, measurements, and nonconformances in required systems.
• Identify trends or recurring issues and elevate concerns to Quality, Engineering, or Manufacturing as appropriate.
• Support less experienced inspectors by providing guidance on procedures and inspection criteria.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, quality, ESD, and clean room requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years demonstrated experience performing inspections in a manufacturing or quality environment, usually as an entry level Quality Inspector.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, drawings, blueprints and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment in applying inspection criteria.
• Proficiency with precision measurement and inspection tools.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and data entry.

Preferred

• Technical or vocational training in manufacturing, quality, electronics, optics or a related field.
• Experience in clean room or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with root cause concepts and quality documentation practices.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Manufacturing and/or clean room environment.
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, reach, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift between 15-30 lbs depending on department with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequent handling of small or delicate components requiring fine motor skills.
• Compliance with all PPE and safety requirements.

Development & Progression

• Role reflects increased independence, complexity, and judgment compared to QC Inspector I.
• May progress to Senior Quality Inspector based on demonstrated expertise, experience and business needs.

US Benefits Information

Pay Range:

The pay range on this posting applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location posted, the applicable range could differ. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

Other Compensation: Employees in this role are eligible for additional rewards which could include:

• Annual Discretionary Bonus or Sales Bonus as Applicable

Benefits Provided: All Regular* US employees receive:

• Paid vacation time accrued based on years of service
• Paid sick time
• 12 (twelve) Paid Holidays Each Calendar Year

*Prorated for reduced hour schedules

Additional Benefits Offered: IPG also offers access to:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disabilityinsurance
• 401(k) plan with Company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Adoption Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Bright Horizons Backup Care
• Bright Horizons College Coach

*Benefits eligibility may differ by program for reduced hour schedules