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Quality Inspector I

PPS-HPS
Hayward, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/21/2026

PPS is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector I for our semiconductor support industry fabrication facility in Hayward. This is a full-time, permanent position with second-to-none benefits (including profit sharing bonuses) and a high ceiling for growth!

Responsibilities:  

  • Ensure that products meet standards of quality and safety.
  • Performing inspections, checks and tests for quality control for the manufacture of products
  • Performs mechanical inspection to ensure all quality aspects of the job are met exactly
  • Inspection includes but is not limited to: Raw materials, components, fabricated/manufactured parts & assemblies, First Piece/First Article, Receiving/incoming inspection, in-process, final inspection
  • Measures piece parts/components and/or assemblies
  • Generates detail inspection and nonconformance reports as necessary
  • Checks documents for accuracy and compliance
  • Read and interpret information from engineering drawings, travelers, specifications, and other documents to generate a complete and precise inspection report
  • Interfaces and provides support to other departments, suppliers, and customers on quality related issues as necessary

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Good working knowledge of MS Office applications and database software- must be computer literate!
  • Basic math abilities
  • Must be able to read and apply production instructions, drawings, BOM schematics, and specifications at a proficient level
  • Proficient in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance)
  • Able to read and interpret specifications, standards, and engineering drawings/Blueprints
  • Proficient in mechanical measurement techniques and workmanship standards related to machining and secondary processes such as paint, power coat, plating, etc.
  • Proficient with weld symbols, callouts, wiring and/or crimping
  • Proficiency using handheld tools (micrometers, calipers, Optical Comparator and other measuring and test equipment
  • Able to proficiently operate CMM and perform basic CMM measurements
  • High School Diploma/equivalent
  • Some technician coursework/AA degree preferred.
  • 1-2 years working in machine shop, assembly clean rooms, semi-Conductor and/or similar industry

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