Quality Inspector

Apera; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Apera in San Jose, CA is seeking a seasoned Quality Inspector to support receiving, in-process, and final inspections of electrical components, PCBs, and mechanical parts in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will review drawings, perform visual and dimensional checks, and document inspection results. Strong cross-functional teamwork with Manufacturing and Engineering is essential for resolving issues and driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality inspection experience in regulated manufacturing.
• Experience in receiving, in-process and final inspections.
• Interpretation of engineering drawings, blueprints and tolerances.
• Hands-on use of microscopes, calipers, micrometers and height gauges.
• Experience performing FAIs and documenting results.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing and engineering.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of electrical components, electronic assemblies, PCBs, and mechanical components.
• Review drawings and specifications to verify product conformance.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using precision tools.
• Complete FAIs and document inspection results.
• Identify nonconformances and work with Manufacturing and Engineering to resolve issues.
• Support inspection planning, quality documentation, and continuous improvements.

Skills

Quality inspection

Aerospace experience

GD&T knowledge

FAI - First Article Inspection

Metrology & inspection tools

Tools

SAP

MES systems

Job description

Quality Inspector – Electrical / Mechanical

Location: San Jose, CA

We're looking for an experienced Quality Inspector to support receiving, in-process, and final inspections of electrical components, electronic assemblies, PCBs, and mechanical components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of electrical components, electronic assemblies, PCBs, and mechanical components.
• Review engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to verify product conformance.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using precision hand inspection tools.
• Complete First Article Inspections (FAIs) and document inspection results.
• Identify and document nonconformances while partnering with Manufacturing and Engineering to resolve quality issues.
• Support inspection planning, quality documentation, and continuous process improvements.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, electronics, medical device, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Experience performing receiving, in-process, and final inspections.
• Strong experience interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and tolerances.
• Hands-on experience using microscopes, calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, pin gauges, and height gauges.
• Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• Experience documenting nonconformances and inspection results.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with Manufacturing and Engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• IPC-A-610 certification (or ability to obtain).
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 experience.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.
• Experience with SAP or other MES systems.
• Aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing experience.