Quality Inspection Technician

Red Oak Technologies; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 50,971; Full time

Job summary

A precision engineering firm is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspection Technician to support inspection activities for precision machined components. This position involves performing dimensional and visual inspections using various metrology tools in both quality lab and production settings. The ideal candidate should have experience with engineering drawings, GD&T, and inspection equipment. This is a contract role requiring on-site work five days a week, offering an hourly rate of $35.00-$37.00.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspection Technician or similar role.
• Hands-on experience with micrometers and other metrology tools.
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of machined components.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with engineering specifications.
• Accurately document inspection results and maintain quality records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Dimensional inspections

Visual inspections

Reading engineering drawings

Understanding GD&T

Tools

Micrometers

CMM

Microscopes

Metrology tools

Job description

Position: On site 5 days a week contract

Hourly Rate: 35.00-37.00w2

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspection Technician to support inspection activities for precision machined components. This role is responsible for performing dimensional and visual inspections using a variety of metrology tools in both a quality lab and production environment. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and hands-on experience with inspection equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of machined components
• Conduct inspections in a quality room/lab environment to ensure compliance with engineering specifications
• Utilize precision measurement tools including micrometers, microscopes, CMMs, and other metrology equipment
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications, including dimensions and tolerances
• Accurately document inspection results and maintain quality records
• Identify nonconformances and support corrective action processes

  Required Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Quality Inspection Technician or similar role
  • Hands‑on experience with micrometers, microscopes, CMM, and metrology tools
  • Strong ability to read engineering drawings and understand measurements of machined components
  • Experience performing inspections in a quality room/lab environment
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience performing inspections in a production/manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with GD&T
  • Experience working with precision machined or electromechanical components
  • Knowledge of quality systems and documentation practices