Quality Technician

Socket.dev; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Quality Inspector/Technician to inspect and test products, diagnose root causes for returns, and document results. You will handle basic repairs and repackage units for resale or scrapping as needed.

The role requires 1–2 years in quality testing, familiarity with small appliances, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. A hands-on, organized approach is essential in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher education required.
• 1–2 years of Quality and product testing experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with small appliances.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect sample products and returns.
• Diagnose root causes of issues and document findings.
• Repair or recondition products as authorized.
• Complete inspection logs and testing data.
• Coordinate with QA and CS teams on defect patterns.
• Support warehouse operations and inventory reconciliation.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

ERP/RMA entry

MS Word

Excel

SOP adherence

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Associates degree or higher

Tools

Handheld tools

Multimeters

Job description

About the role

The Quality Inspector/Technician is responsible for product inspection and testing, diagnosing the root cause of complaints, documenting and processing returned products, with a focus on water dispensers, ice, and filtration. This role ensures that products are evaluated accurately for defects, repaired when possible, and dispositioned according to company standards.

What you'll do

Receive and Inspect Sample Products/Returns

• Track returned products upon arrival
• Diagnose the root cause issue for returns
• Unpack returned units and visually inspect for physical damage (as needed)
• Verify RMA (returned merchandise authorization)

Diagnose Product Issues

• Test returned units and product samples for functional issues (cooling, heating, leaks, etc.)
• Identify cosmetic vs. functional defects and document findings

Repair or Recondition Products

• Clean and repackage units as needed (for resale, parts refurbish, or scrap)
• Perform basic repairs if authorized (e.g., replacement of product components if in inventory)

Documentation & Reporting

• Complete inspection logs and testing data

Coordinate with QA and CS (Customer Service) Teams

• Report patterns of defects to Quality leadership/CS
• Communicate any missing parts or customer misuse to QA Management

Support Warehouse Operations

• Maintain organized work area (5S)
• Support inventory reconciliation for returns stock

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher education required
• 1–2 years of Quality and product testing experience
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with small appliances
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs/work with a system
• Strong organizational skills, ability to work in fast-paced environment
• Basic computer skills (email, Microsoft Word, Excel, ERP/RMA entry)

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with water dispenser function and parts (compressor, heating, cooling, refrigerant, , etc.)
• Experience with handheld tools and multimeters

Work Environment

Warehouse environment with variable temperatures

• Regular handling of returned units and product samples (some with water residue or packaging debris)

Benefits / Perks

We believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees for a job well done. We offer growth potential for motivated individuals, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays
• and More!