Visual Quality Inspector - 1 day per week

United States·Santa ClaraContract: Part-Timemid

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For more than 30 years, SQA Services has provided managed supplier quality services, including inspections, audits, corrective actions, remediation, and engineering support.

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For more than 30 years, SQA Services has provided managed supplier quality services, including inspections, audits, corrective actions, remediation, and engineering support. We deploy experienced quality professionals globally to support client and supplier sites on demand.

SQA Services is seeking a Visual Source Inspector to support weekly supplier inspections at a manufacturing facility in Santa Clara, CA.

This is a part-time contract position requiring approximately 1 day per week for an initial 6-month engagement. The inspector will perform visual inspections of form-in-place (FIP) gaskets, thermal pads, and mechanical assemblies to ensure workmanship meets customer requirements. Initial training and inspection criteria will be provided by the client.

Schedule: Approximately 1 day per week
Duration: 6 months (potential extension)
Pay Rate: $25–$28/hour
Training: On-site training provided

Perform weekly visual inspections of mechanical parts with applied FIP gaskets and thermal pads

Verify workmanship against established accept/reject criteria

Inspect gasket and thermal pad placement, application quality, and overall part condition

Verify cleanliness and workmanship of finished assemblies

Document inspection results and report nonconformances

Maintain inspection records and communicate findings to SQA and the client

Conduct inspections professionally within the supplier's manufacturing environment

Experience performing visual inspections in a manufacturing or production environment

Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently apply workmanship criteria

Basic understanding of mechanical assemblies and manufacturing processes

Ability to work independently and maintain accurate inspection records

Strong written communication skills

Reliable transportation and ability to support weekly on-site inspections

Experience performing source inspections at supplier facilities

Background in aerospace, defense, electronics, or precision manufacturing

Experience inspecting gaskets, seals, adhesives, coatings, or dispensed materials

Familiarity with customer workmanship standards and inspection checklists

Previous supplier quality or third-party inspection experience

Note:

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.