Quality Line Inspector

viaPhoton
Naperville, IL

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an exceptional Quality Line Inspector to join our growing Supply Chain team.

About the job

Are you passionate about turning ideas into reality, embracing ownership, and working at the forefront of connectivity? Join viaPhoton and be part of a culture that thrives on fearless innovation, teamwork, and continuous growth, where learning, unlearning, and relearning are part of the journey.

This dynamic role offers significant ownership and responsibility. We’re looking for individuals who excel in environments where their contributions make an impact, are hungry to learn, and are energized by meaningful work that drives company growth while accelerating their career. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Who We Are

We are changing the norm by being customer focused, technology led.

viaPhoton is on an ambitious mission to revolutionize how critical digital infrastructure is manufactured and deployed. Best-in-class data centers and telecom providers need fiber optic solutions delivered in weeks, not months—whether that’s for AI infrastructure, 5G networks, or next-generation broadband. We’re reimagining fiber optic manufacturing for the AI era. Manufacturing is no longer just an operations challenge, but an automation and speed-to-market problem that customers urgently need solved. In less than 5 years, we’ve grown to a team of over 150, and have added top cloud service providers to our growing customer base. We have only just gotten started -- our ambition is to become the market leader of the $40+ BN connectivity industry.

We seek candidates who will be culture contributors and who align with our core values:

  • Fearless Innovation we are pioneers unafraid to change the norm in relentless pursuit of better

  • Forward Together we believe that when we work together toward a collective goal, we all succeed

  • Integrity Over Everything we believe in long term relationships and doing what is right, always

  • Nimble, Always we are solutions obsessed, move fast, and stay nimble

  • Be the Bar we set our own standard of excellence and hold ourselves to it

What You Will Do

The Quality Line Inspector is responsible for ensuring that fiber optic connector terminations and assemblies meet defined quality, optical, and workmanship requirements. This role performs in-process and final inspections, verifies compliance to specifications, and supports continuous improvement by identifying defects and preventing escapes to customers.

Inspection & Quality Control

  • Perform in-process and final inspection of fiber optic connector terminations (e.g., LC, SC, MPO/MTP, MMC).

  • Inspect fiber end-faces using fiber optic inspection microscopes per IEC/TIA standards.

  • Verify connector geometry, polish quality, cleanliness, and workmanship.

  • Measure and validate optical performance including Insertion Loss (IL) and Return Loss (RL)

  • Ensure compliance with drawings, work instructions, control plans, and customer specifications.

Process Monitoring

  • Conduct line audits and monitor manufacturing processes for compliance.

  • Identify trends, defects, and process deviations.

  • Initiate containment actions when nonconforming material is detected.

  • Support first article inspections (FAI) and new product introductions (NPI).

Documentation & Reporting

  • Accurately record inspection results, test data, and nonconformances.

  • Complete inspection checklists, travelers, and quality records.

  • Support root cause analysis by providing defect data and observations.

  • Ensure traceability of inspected products per quality system requirements.

Collaboration & Improvement

  • Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams.

  • Provide feedback to operators on quality issues and workmanship standards.

  • Support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities.

  • Assist during internal, customer, and third-party audits as required.

What You Will Bring

  • Associate degree in Engineering Technology or a 2-year Diploma in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical/Optical etc. or

  • Candidates with non-technical Diploma or Associate degree can be considered if they have right experience & attitude to learn.

  • Preferably 5+ years of industrial experience in manufacturing environment.

  • Must be willing to travel.

  • Come with intellect and drive, we’ll teach you the rest.

  • Ability to learn, unlearn, and relearn. The ability to learn quickly and continuously and maintain a flexible and adaptive mindset necessary for a fast-paced environment.

  • A proactive, self-driven mindset where your growth is dependent on you.

  • Creative problem solving; if you don't know the answer, you’ll know how to find a way to it.

  • Multi-tasking with the ability to handle multiple inquiries at once and prioritize them accordingly.

Why Join Us

  • Cutting-Edge Technology – Opportunities to work on the forefront of fiber optic technology.

  • Professional Development – We’re committed to your growth, offering resources, career development, and a culture where your voice is heard.

  • Fun Team Environment – Monthly team bonding events, free lunches, and activities to keep us connected.

  • Flexible Paid Time Off – Take time when you need it, with PTO that grows over time plus 10 paid holidays, including two floating holidays to use at your discretion.

  • 401(k) Match – we offer up to 5% company match to help you plan for your future.

Ready to Build the Future? Apply now

Posted 2026-04-17

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