Quality Control Inspector

Veeco; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Veeco is seeking a Quality Control Inspector in our San Jose manufacturing operation. You will be the first line of defense for product quality, ensuring precision‑machined components, subassemblies, and electro‑mechanical systems meet engineering and quality requirements before they move into production.

In this hands‑on role, you will perform incoming, source, and first article inspections, document findings, and support investigations of non‑conforming materials to strengthen manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, source inspections, first article inspections and non-conforming material reviews of precision‑machined components, subassemblies, and electro‑mechanical systems using appropriate inspection methods and equipment.
• Verify conformance to engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, purchase orders, specifications, and quality standards.
• Select established inspection methods and use judgment to address moderately difficult measurement or documentation issues.
• Identify and contain nonconforming material to prevent impact to production, product quality, or customer requirements.
• Ensure tools are maintained and calibrated to ensure suitability.

Job description

About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud‑based services where all that information lives, to high‑speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

About Veeco

You probably don’t realize it, but what we do at Veeco touches the lives of every person, every day. It’s a bold statement, but it’s true. From the smartphones in our pockets that access the world’s collective knowledge, to the cloud‑based services where all that information lives, to high‑speed wireless communication and computing power needed to drive artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, gaming and so much more, our technology is all around us.

We design, develop, manufacture, and service highly complex, cutting‑edge machines used by our customers to create the essential devices that drive the digital age, connect the world, and improve the human experience. Along with the world’s leading technology companies, many of which are household names, we help solve their most difficult material science challenges, enabling technologies for a more connected, sustainable, and convenient world.

We’re looking for material difference-makers to join our growing team.

Overview

Shape the Quality Behind the World's Most Advanced Semiconductor Technologies

At Veeco, we’re building the technologies that enable the next generation of AI, advanced packaging, high-performance computing, and semiconductor innovation. The quality of every component, assembly, and manufacturing process directly impacts the performance and reliability of the systems trusted by leading semiconductor manufacturers around the world. Quality is not simply a requirement at Veeco, it's a key contributor to our ability to innovate, scale, and deliver world‑class products.

As a Quality Control Inspector, you are the first line of defense for product quality within our San Jose manufacturing operation. In this highly visible role, you will help ensure that precision‑machined components, assemblies, and electro‑mechanical systems meet demanding engineering and quality requirements before they move through production, protecting manufacturing flow, product performance, and customer satisfaction.

In this hands‑on position, you will apply substantial inspection knowledge and sound judgment to perform material inspections at incoming, including source inspections and first article inspections (FAI’s). You’ll be documenting findings and supporting the investigations of non‑conforming materials. Your work will directly strengthen manufacturing continuity, build quality, traceability, and on‑time delivery of advanced products manufactured in our San Jose facility.

Responsibilities

Perform Precision Inspection

• Perform incoming, source inspections, first article inspections and non‑conforming material reviews of precision‑machined components, subassemblies, and electro‑mechanical systems using appropriate inspection methods and equipment.
• Verify conformance to engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, purchase orders, specifications, and quality standards.
• Select established inspection methods and use judgment to address moderately difficult measurement or documentation issues.
• Identify and contain nonconforming material to prevent impact to production, product quality, or customer requirements.
• Ensure tools are maintained and calibrated to ensure suitability.

Support First Article Inspection and Product Introduction

• Conduct and document First Article Inspections for new suppliers