Quality Technician

Giga Energy; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health, dental, and vision"

Equity in a rapidly growing startup

401(k) with 4% employer match

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA/HSA

Commuter benefits

On-site team events and collaboration

Job summary

Giga Energy in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Quality Technician to be the critical link between supply chain, manufacturing, and customers. You will own the accuracy of everything moving in and out of the facility, inspecting components against tight tolerances and ensuring finished energy systems ship on time with full documentation.

In this fast-paced role you will use calipers, gauges and ERP systems to log, track and report quality data, coordinate with procurement, engineering and operations,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in quality control, inspection, or shipping & receiving in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working within an ERP or inventory management system.
• Working knowledge of inspection tools including calipers, gauges, and torque verification equipment.
• Strong documentation skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials, components, and subassemblies against purchase orders, drawings, and quality specifications.
• Perform outgoing quality checks on finished products prior to shipment, verifying documentation, labeling, and packing requirements are complete and accurate.
• Accurately receive, log, and stage inbound shipments in ERP/inventory management systems.
• Coordinate and process outbound shipments including freight scheduling, packaging, and carrier management.
• Identify, tag, and quarantine non-conforming materials and initiate NCR documentation as required.
• Communicate material discrepancies or quality issues to procurement, engineering, and operations teams in real time.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support cycle count processes.
• Support internal audits and quality documentation efforts.

Skills

Quality control

Inspection

Documentation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Torque verification equipment

ERP systems

Shipping software

Job description

About Giga

About Giga Giga is building gigawatts of AI data centers to hasten a future of intelligence and abundance. We build data centers fast and at scale by combining the capabilities of an equipment supplier, engineering firm, general contractor, and real estate developer under one roof. Our team moves quickly and thinks practically. If you're ready to make an impact in an industry that matters, we're looking for people like you.

Why join Giga

The Pace: We're building at a speed most companies talk about but never actually operate at. If you've been bored somewhere else, you won't be here. The Impact: Every person at Giga touches the work that matters. No layers, no waiting for approval chains. You'll see your fingerprints on what we ship. The Team: A team of operators defining the future of AI infrastructure. We recruit A-players from the most innovative companies in the world, and they choose Giga because the work here means more. The Moment: AI doesn't run without power, and that's us. Giga is the picks and shovels behind the AI revolution. This industry is about to explode, and you'll be in the room where it's already happening.

What you’ll do

As our Quality Technician , you will be the critical link between our supply chain, manufacturing floor, and the customers we serve. You will own the accuracy and quality of everything moving in and out of our facility — from inspecting incoming components against tight tolerances to ensuring finished energy systems ship on time, fully documented, and built to spec. In a company moving this fast, your attention to detail and sense of urgency are what keep us on schedule.

Where you’ll work

This role will be based in our Long Beach, CA facility. You must be willing to work in the office full-time. We're onsite because velocity matters when you're building physical infrastructure. Solving complex problems in real-time with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Finance leaders is how we move faster than a slow, antiquated industry.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials, components, and subassemblies against purchase orders, drawings, and quality specifications
• Perform outgoing quality checks on finished products prior to shipment, verifying documentation, labeling, and packing requirements are complete and accurate
• Accurately receive, log, and stage inbound shipments in ERP/inventory management systems
• Coordinate and process outbound shipments including freight scheduling, packaging, and carrier management
• Identify, tag, and quarantine non-conforming materials and initiate NCR documentation as required
• Communicate material discrepancies or quality issues to procurement, engineering, and operations teams in real time
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support cycle count processes
• Support internal audits and quality documentation efforts

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in quality control, inspection, or shipping & receiving in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working within an ERP or inventory management system
• Working knowledge of inspection tools including calipers, gauges, and torque verification equipment
• Strong documentation skills with high attention to detail
• Knowledge of freight processes, BOLs, and carrier coordination
• High school diploma or equivalent

Bonus points

• Experience in energy, electrical, or industrial product manufacturing
• Forklift certification
• Familiarity with hazmat or international shipping requirements
• Experience with NCR processes and quality management systems
• Prior experience in a high-growth startup or fast-paced manufacturing environment

Pay Transparency

The range provided below is the role’s Base Salary range. This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at Giga and will be narrowed during the interview process based on a number of factors, including the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Additional benefits include 401(k) plan plus subsidized medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Base Pay Range $28 — $38 USD

How We Work

We value people who take ownership, raise risks early, communicate directly, and follow through. Incomplete information is part of the job. Make the best decision you can, document it, and adjust as the facts change. Move quickly on reversible decisions and take more care when security, safety, financial, employee, or customer risk is involved.

Benefits

• Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
• Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Unlimited PTO
• Parental leave
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Commuter benefits, where applicable
• Opportunities to collaborate in person at periodic team and company on-sites

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Giga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us.