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Quality Assurance Inspector

Kirby Morgan Dive Systems, Inc.
Santa Maria, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2026
Company Profile:
Want to build a career with a company that cares about its employees and has a history of long-term employment?  Come work for us!  Kirby Morgan Dive Systems, Inc. is a manufacturer of deep-sea diving equipment used by divers worldwide.  We have been in business for 60 years.  Based in Santa Maria, California, we provide the diving industry with outstanding products, quality parts, and service.
 
Job Description: Quality Assurance Inspector
 
Job Summary:
  • QA Inspector works with the department Supervisor to test and inspect products at various stages of the production process.
  • Evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain the quality and reliability of products. 
  • Uses gauges and other devices to verify product conformity with standards. 
  • May suggest or recommend changes regarding special requirements. 
  • Reviews complaints received from customers to correct deficiencies.
  • Assists in the development and modification of quality procedures.
  • Suggests/recommends changes in standards, test equipment, and gauges to facilitate work and maintain quality.
  • Interacts with other departments to determine and resolve quality-related problems.  
 
Responsibilities:
  • Under the immediate direction of the QA Supervisor, inspects raw and finished products made for and/or by KMDSI
  • Process parts for use in production (i.e., passivation, barrel finish, wash, bead blast, and other processes)
  • Inspection and quality control to meet specifications and quality standards
  • Process returning merchandise for vendors/customers using MAS 500
  • Interacts with other departments to determine and resolve QA relative issues
  • Verify conformity to the standards of the products to the blueprint
Education / Experience:
  • Minimum High School Diploma and/or 1 year/s experience in a manufacturing company.
  • Familiarity with all areas of quality control.
  • Must have experience reading blueprints and 1 year using measuring instruments.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Knowledgeable in Microsoft software.
  • Must be methodical and have the ability to work with small, intricate parts.
  • Ability to maintain good working relations with all departments.
  • Ability to be very accurate with an attention to detail.
  • Ability to multitask while completing all assigned duties.
  • Excellent team player.
  • Must be highly motivated and a self-starter.
 
Benefits:
  • Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays.
  • Health benefit package to include medical, dental, and vision.
  • 401k plan
  • Company paid group life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, $50,000.00
  • Annual performance reviews.
Compensation:
  • Starts at $21.00 per hour, with a performance review in 6 months and consideration for a pay increase.
  • Annual performance review with pay increase consideration. 
(Pay Increases are based on performance.)
 
Conditions of Employment:
  • The successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment background check.
  • Assessment tests, including a job knowledge test.
Hours:
  • Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM with a 30-minute lunch break.
Location:
  • Santa Maria, CA

Salary : $21

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