Quality Inspector - Data Center Hardware

Brightmachines; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Machines is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure assemblies, racks, and integrated hardware meet quality, safety, and performance standards before release. This role involves incoming, in-process, and final validation across mechanical, electrical, and testing stages.

You will work with Manufacturing, Test Engineering, and supply chain to ensure every system meets specification and is ready for deployment, with a focus on precise inspection, documentation, and compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification preferred.
• 3+ years of quality inspection in server/electronics/data center hardware.
• Able to read mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions.
• Experience with ESD handling and electronic component inspection.
• Proficient with measurement tools (calipers, torque tools, multimeters).
• Strong attention to detail and accurate documentation.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced production environment.
• Experience with server rack builds or data center hardware integration.
• Familiar with IPC standards or ISO-based quality systems.
• Experience in NPI or startup manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Quality inspection

Server hardware

Read drawings

ESD handling

Measurement tools

Documentation

Data center hardware

Electromechanical systems

Education

High school diploma

Technical certification preferred

Tools

Calipers

Torque tools

Multimeters

IPC standards

Job description

Bright Machines is seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure assemblies, racks, and integrated hardware meet quality, safety, and performance standards before release. This role involves incoming, in-process, and final validation across mechanical, electrical, and testing stages.

You will work with Manufacturing, Test Engineering, and supply chain to ensure every system meets specification and is ready for deployment, with a focus on precise inspection, documentation, and compliance with safety and