Quality Inspector

Bright Machines, Inc.; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Machines, Inc. is seeking Quality Inspectors in Florence, Kentucky, responsible for ensuring the quality of assemblies and hardware systems before release. This role involves incoming, in-process, and final inspections, requiring 3+ years in electronics manufacturing and strong attention to detail.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and the ability to read mechanical drawings. Familiarity with ESD protocols and measurement tools is essential. Join a fast-paced team to ensure systems meet quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of quality inspection experience in server assembly or electronics manufacturing.
• Experience with ESD handling procedures and electronic component inspection.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspection of server components and hardware subassemblies.
• Conduct in-process inspections during mechanical and electrical assembly.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.

Skills

Quality inspection experience

Attention to detail

Ability to read mechanical drawings

Experience with measurement tools

Familiarity with IPC standards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification

Tools

Calipers

Torque tools

Multimeters

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Quality Inspectors at Bright Machines are responsible for ensuring assemblies, racks, and integrated hardware systems meet Bright Machines’ quality, safety, and performance standards before release. This role supports incoming inspection, in-process inspection, and final system validation across mechanical builds, electrical integration, and functional testing. You will work closely with Manufacturing, Test Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure every system meets specification and is ready for deployment.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Perform incoming inspection of server components, chassis, racks, cables, power distribution units, and hardware subassemblies.
• Conduct in-process inspections during mechanical and electrical assembly.
• Perform final inspection and validation of completed server racks and integrated systems prior to shipment.
• Verify builds against engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Inspect for proper torque, labeling, cable routing, grounding, and workmanship standards.
• Validate installation of servers, networking components, storage units, and power systems.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Identify, document, and manage non-conforming materials (NCMs).
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action processes.
• Partner with Manufacturing and Engineering to improve quality and reduce defects.
• Ensure compliance with safety and ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) protocols.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification preferred.
• 3+ years of quality inspection experience in server assembly, electronics manufacturing, data center hardware, or electromechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions.
• Experience with ESD handling procedures and electronic component inspection.
• Proficiency using measurement tools (calipers, torque tools, multimeters, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Experience with server rack builds, networking equipment installation, or data center hardware integration.
• Familiarity with IPC standards or ISO-based quality systems.
• Experience in NPI or startup manufacturing environments.