Quality Specialist

Job Title: Quality Specialist

Be at the Front Line of Precision, Quality, and Innovation

Are you passionate about precision, process excellence, and ensuring world‑class quality in cutting‑edge technology? Join our team as a Quality Specialist, where your expertise will directly impact the performance, reliability, and success of high‑tech products used in advanced applications.

In this hands‑on role, you’ll be a key contributor throughout the product lifecycle—performing incoming, in‑process, and final inspections to ensure materials and assemblies meet exacting engineering and quality standards. You’ll work with advanced inspection tools, collaborate closely with Engineering and Manufacturing, and help drive continuous improvement in a fast‑paced, high‑tech manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do:

Quality Inspection & Verification

• Perform Incoming Quality Inspections (IQA) on wafers, PCB/PCBA, electronic components, and precision mechanical parts.
• Conduct in‑process inspections during manufacturing to verify components and assemblies meet defined specifications.
• Execute Final/Outgoing Quality Inspections (OQA) to ensure finished assemblies and modules meet all quality and performance requirements.
• Support First Article Inspections (FAI), including detailed measurement, documentation, and specification verification.
• Execute AQL sampling plans to ensure risk‑based inspection coverage.

Technical Analysis & Documentation

• Interpret engineering drawings, prints, and technical specifications to evaluate critical features and inspection criteria.
• Apply established inspection procedures and accept/reject criteria to ensure objective, consistent quality decisions.
• Identify, document, and communicate defects, nonconformances, and deviations with clarity and urgency.
• Generate and manage Nonconforming Material Reports (NCMRs), tracking status and coordinating with cross‑functional teams.
• Maintain accurate, well‑organized inspection records and reports to support traceability and audit readiness.

Tools, Technology & Collaboration

• Use state‑of‑the‑art inspection equipment, including optical and digital microscopes, CMMs, and precision measurement tools.
• Perform particle counts in cleanroom and non‑cleanroom environments.
• Partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends and recommending process, documentation, or inspection enhancements.

What You BringL

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of hands‑on IQA experience inspecting wafers, PCB/PCBA, electronic components, and mechanical parts.
• 2 years of OQA experience inspecting finished assemblies or modules.
• 2 years in a high‑tech manufacturing environment.
• Experience using microscopes, CMMs, and precision inspection equipment.
• Experience performing FAI and working with AQL sampling plans.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, engineering prints, and specifications.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to spot subtle defects.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work independently, follow procedures, and thrive with minimal supervision.
• Experience working in cleanroom environments and following cleanroom protocols.

Nice to Have:

• Associate degree in a technical or related field.
• IPC certification or experience working to IPC standards.
• Exposure to New Product Introduction (NPI) and production ramp activities.
• Strong organizational skills and experience managing multiple inspections simultaneously.
• Comfort working in a fast‑changing, high‑accountability environment.

Work Environment:

This role is based in a fast‑paced, high‑tech manufacturing setting where quality, precision, and collaboration are mission‑critical. You’ll work on the production floor, in inspection labs, and in cleanroom environments as needed, using advanced inspection tools and modern documentation systems. The role supports both ongoing production and NPI ramp efforts, offering variety, challenge, and continuous learning—while playing a vital role in delivering high‑quality, dependable products.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Carlsbad,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $20 - $35