Quality Technician

Brio Water Technology, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Brio Water Technology, Inc. is seeking a Quality Inspector/Technician to inspect and test products, diagnose root causes of complaints, and document returns focused on water dispensers, ice, and filtration.

You will ensure accurate defect evaluation, repair when possible, and disposition according to company standards. Responsibilities include receiving returns, performing tests for cooling/heating/leaks, verifying cosmetic vs functional defects, and maintaining inspection logs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher 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.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect returned products and samples.
• Diagnose root cause of returns and document findings.
• Perform basic repairs and reconditioning per SOP.
• Complete inspection logs and testing data.
• Coordinate with QA and CS on defect trends.
• Support warehouse operations and inventory reconciliation.

Skills

Quality testing

Attention to detail

Manual lifting

SOP compliance

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

Multimeters

Hand tools

Job description

Brio Water Technology, a Home Organizers, Inc. company, is a market leading water products brand that has helped millions stay hydrated through its unique and innovative product line. We offer full home water solutions designed to elevate the way people hydrate, combining sophisticated technology with modern, top tier design to deliver exceptional performance, customer satisfaction, and enhanced functionality.

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)
• 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)
• 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

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with water dispenser function and parts (compressor, heating, cooling, refrigerant, , etc.)
• Experience with handheld tools and multimeters
• Warehouse environment with variable temperatures
• Regular handling of returned units and product samples (some with water residue or packaging debris)

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: