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Quality Control Inspector

Actalent
Somerset, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 6/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/9/2026

Job Title: Quality Control Inspector

Job Description

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for inspecting vendor-supplied components to ensure they meet engineering specifications, dimensional tolerances, and quality standards. This role is hands-on and inspection-focused, supporting a low-volume, high-precision manufacturing environment connected to advanced semiconductor systems.

Responsibilities

  • Perform inspection of incoming vendor-supplied components, including precision-machined parts, sheet metal components, and system housings.
  • Review and validate first article inspection documentation packages, including material certifications and vendor-provided dimensional reports.
  • Conduct follow-up inspections on subsequent material receipts to ensure consistency and quality compliance.
  • Interpret and analyze engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements.
  • Perform dimensional inspection using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and manual tools such as calipers and micrometers.
  • Set up and operate CMM equipment for precision measurement, utilizing existing software to configure part orientation and execute inspection routines.
  • Identify non-conforming material and initiate corrective workflows, creating detailed discrepancy records within SAP.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive resolution, including Manufacturing Engineering and Supply Chain.
  • Serve as a key interface between incoming inspection, manufacturing engineering, and supply chain.
  • Support decision-making related to use-as-is determinations, vendor returns, and scrap or rework actions.
  • Provide feedback to engineering teams on drawing clarity and manufacturability.

Essential Skills

  • 4 years of experience in quality control and inspection roles.
  • Strong experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).
  • Experience in ISO quality environments.
  • Hands-on dimensional inspection experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
  • Proficiency in using measurement tools such as calipers and gauges.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • High School Diploma required.
  • Experience in machine shop or precision manufacturing environments.
Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Somerset, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $51000.00 - $66000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) 401(k) with Company Match Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Commuter Benefits Life and Accident Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity Theft Remediation Emergency Travel Assistance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Somerset,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $51,000 - $66,000

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