Quality Control Specialist (3 Week Assignment)

ZipRecruiter; San Jose (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting and staffing enterprise seeks a QC Technical Specialist for their Quality team in San Jose, CA. This temporary 3-week assignment involves inspecting raw materials and finished products, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should possess an associate degree in a relevant engineering discipline and a minimum of 3 years' experience in medical device quality control.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in medical device quality control.
• Strong understanding of QSR, ISO 13485, and GMP/GDP compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and product specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of components and finished products.
• Conduct inspections across all QC areas.
• Draft and revise inspection and quality-related work instructions.

Skills

Inspection skills

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or related technical field

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Optical comparators

MS Excel

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

3 Week Temporary Assignment

$33-35/hr

Job Title: QC Technical Specialist
Location: San Jose, CA
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented QC Technical Specialist to join our Quality team. This role supports manufacturing and engineering by inspecting raw materials, in-process subassemblies, and finished products. The ideal candidate will bring strong inspection skills, regulatory compliance experience, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of components and finished products using a variety of tools (calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, etc.).
• Conduct inspections across all QC areas: incoming (IQC), in-process, and final.
• Draft and revise inspection and quality-related work instructions to meet regulatory and internal standards.
• Review documentation such as LHRs, DHRs, and sterilization records for accuracy and compliance with GDP.
• Document and investigate non-conformances, ensuring timely resolution.
• Manage calibration and maintenance schedules for inspection equipment.
• Support cleanroom environmental monitoring and data reviews.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve inspection processes and product quality.
• Train and support new QC Technicians as needed.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or related technical field .
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in medical device quality control.
• Strong understanding of QSR, ISO 13485, and GMP/GDP compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and product specifications.
• Proficient in using inspection and measurement tools and equipment.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Excel; experience with eQMS/ePLM systems is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently

Company DescriptionWe're a recruiting and staffing enterprise that blends the resources of the world's largest talent company with the local insights of our independent franchise owners. A pioneer in the staffing industry, we’ve been providing companies with the workforce solutions they need for over 75 years while helping people find jobs and build careers where they can thrive.Company DescriptionWe're a recruiting and staffing enterprise that blends the resources of the world's largest talent company with the local insights of our independent franchise owners. A pioneer in the staffing industry, we’ve been providing companies with the workforce solutions they need for over 75 years while helping people find jobs and build careers where they can thrive.