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Quality Control Inspector - 1st Shift

Abbott
Pleasanton, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026
Job Title: Quality Control Inspector (1st Shift – 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM)

Location: Pleasanton, CA 94588

Duration: 6 Months (Contract)

Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

Shift: 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector to perform routine inspections of electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical components. This role primarily involves visual inspection to ensure products meet established quality standards throughout various stages of production.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform visual inspections of incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products
  • Verify conformance to quality assurance standards and specifications
  • Identify and document defects, discrepancies, or non-conforming materials
  • Maintain accurate inspection records and support quality documentation processes
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality guidelines
  • Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve inspection-related issues

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in inspection, manufacturing, or a related field (preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify visual defects
  • Good written and verbal communication skills (English)
  • Basic computer skills for documentation and data entry

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in medical device or regulated manufacturing environments
  • Familiarity with SAP, MES, or similar systems

Key Competencies

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to follow structured processes and procedures
  • Strong observational and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and within a team

Additional Information

  • This role is heavily focused on visual inspection, where attention to detail is more critical than technical tool usage
  • Ideal for candidates with a quality mindset and experience in process-driven environments

Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period

  • Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
  • Long Term Disability
  • Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
  • MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
  • 401(k)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.

Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.

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