Quality Control IV

Applied Materials, Inc.; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Materials, Inc. is seeking an experienced inspector to perform comprehensive inspections of purchased parts and finished goods. You will read drawings and specifications, use precision measurement tools and CMMs, and mentor junior staff.

The role requires leading cross-functional QA efforts and documenting test results to ensure product quality. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to develop inspection methods are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of hands-on inspection experience.
• Experience reading technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficient using precision measurement tools and CMM.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection of purchased parts and final goods.
• Lead cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.
• Document test results and quality reports.
• Approve or reject products for shipment.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Inspection methods

CMM tools

Statistical methods

Root cause analysis

Mentoring

Technical drawings

Education

Technical Diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

CMM programming

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Performs inspection of purchased parts, materials, components, and/or equipment. Confirm accuracy and develop inspection methods of manufactured parts.
• Conduct final inspections of finished goods prior to shipment.
• Assists in determining methods, sequences, and procedures used for inspection. And will perform all levels of inspections.
• Utilizes drawings, specifications, industry standards, and sketches, adapting inspection measuring devices, test equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM tools where applicable and procedures when necessary. Read and interpret intermediate technical drawings and specification requirements.
• Lead Cross Functional Teams to resolve quality issues. Mentors and trains less experienced level peers.
• Document results by recording and writing detailed test results and quality problem reports.
• Utilize Advanced Problem Solving abilities to identify complex root causes and solutions.
• Understanding and apply Statistical Methods/Applications & use of complex precision measuring inspection tooling, gauges, and equipment (CMM- use of and basic programming capability)
• Develops audit methods, sequences, and procedures used for inspection. In addition, perform complex audits.
• Approve or reject products for shipment based on inspection results.

Functional Knowledge

• Has developed advanced specialized expertise within a analytical/scientific area to perform the most complex work

Business Expertise

• Has a good understanding of how related teams coordinate their efforts and resources to achieve objectives

Leadership

• May act as a lead for the team, may allocate work and provide subject matter guidance to more junior team members

Problem Solving

• Exercises judgment, based on previous experience, practices and precedents, to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent

Impact

• Impacts the effectiveness of own team and closely related teams

Interpersonal Skills

• Exchanges ideas and information effectively; uses tact and diplomacy when dealing with others

Second Shift

First Shift

Qualifications

Education: Technical Diploma

Skills

Certifications

Languages

Years of Experience: 7 - 10 Years

Work Experience

Additional Information

Shift: 20-Swing (United States of America)

Travel: No

Relocation Eligible: No

Referral Payment Plan: Employee Referral (Standard)

Salary Range

• $27.50 - $37.40

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.