Semiconductor QC Inspector: Precision Metrology

KLA-Belgium; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Other voluntary benefits

401(k) matching

ESPP

Student debt assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth programs

Financial planning benefits

Wellness benefits (EAP)

Paid time off & holidays

Family care leave

Job summary

KLA, a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor ecosystem, is seeking an inspection professional in Totowa, NJ. You will inspect incoming parts and assembled tools, identify defects, verify conformance to drawings, and document results. This fast-paced environment emphasizes precision and clear communication with cross‑functional teams.

Base pay range $23.03–$39.14 per hour. Candidates should have an AS (or BS preferred) and 2–4 years of hands-on inspection experience in

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 2–4 years of hands-on inspection, testing, or quality experience in manufacturing.
• Experience as electrical technician, production assembler, test technician, or quality inspector preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Familiarity with pneumatic and hydraulic systems and their failure modes.
• Proficient with measurement tools and inspection documentation.
• Enjoys hands-on technical work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and evaluate incoming parts, subassemblies, and fully assembled semiconductor metrology tools.
• Identify mechanical defects including issues with pneumatic systems, hydraulics, fittings, valves, and mechanical assemblies.
• Inspect and troubleshoot electrical systems, including controllers, wiring harnesses, sensors, power supplies, and microprocessor‑based control units.
• Verify compliance with engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Use precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and rulers.
• Perform functional testing and verification of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Accept or reject materials and finished products based on inspection results.
• Clearly document inspection and test results; maintain accurate quality records and inspection reports.
• Quarantine and manage nonconforming materials in accordance with quality procedures.
• Communicate inspection findings and corrective actions with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.
• Support supplier quality by managing incoming inspections, vendor quality communications, and returns.
• Track and report quality metrics including rejected material, failure trends, and vendor performance.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve product reliability, quality, and inspection efficiency.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Mechanical drawings

Pneumatic/hydraulic

Metrology tools

Documentation

Education

AS in electronics

BS in EE or related

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Rulers

Job description

KLA, a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor ecosystem, is seeking an inspection professional in Totowa, NJ. You will inspect incoming parts and assembled tools, identify defects, verify conformance to drawings, and document results. This fast-paced environment emphasizes precision and clear communication with cross‑functional teams.

Base pay range $23.03–$39.14 per hour. Candidates should have an AS (or BS preferred) and 2–4 years of hands-on inspection experience in