Outgoing Quality Assurance Inspector

Outgoing Quality Assurance Inspector

JOB-10045915

Anticipated Start Date

March 02, 2026

Location

Austin, TX

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Job Summary

Our new client operates two large-scale advanced manufacturing facilities in Central Texas. These sites support 24/7 production of highly specialized technology components used across multiple industries. The campuses include clean-room environments, engineering labs, and high-volume production lines that require a diverse, skilled workforce.

Job Summary

We are seeking Outgoing Quality Assurance (OQA) Inspector to join our team. You are the final line of defense for product quality. This role goes beyond simple inspection; you will take full ownership of the Automated Visual Inspection (AVI) process, from equipment troubleshooting to root-cause investigation. You will be responsible for identifying non-conforming materials, leading factory-wide responses, and ensuring that corrective actions (CAPA) are effectively implemented to prevent recurrence.

Job Description

• Equipment Mastery: Load, operate, and troubleshoot Rudolph AVI equipment and SEMES review stations.
• Precision Inspection: Perform high-level defect classification and manual microscope inspections (Olympus) with extreme attention to detail.
• Incident Leadership: Lead investigations into non-conforming materials, determine root causes, and draft comprehensive summary reports for leadership.
• Quality Accountability: Execute closed-loop verification for corrective and preventive actions (CAPA); manage SPC and AQL decision-making.
• Collaboration: Act as the primary point of contact for quality escalations within the factory floor.

Skills Required

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and a firm understanding of SPC/AQL concepts.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand/sit for a 12-hour shift and lift to 25 lbs.
• Soft Skills: Strong verbal and written communication, proactive problem-solving, and a high degree of accountability for error-free work.

Preferred Expertise

• Hands-on experience with Rudolph AVI equipment.
• Prior experience with SEMES review stations or Olympus microscope hardware.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Associate’s degree in technical field or Equivalent military experience

Additional Requirements

• Schedule notes: Night Shift - This role requires working a compressed work week on 12-hour shifts.
• Able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening

HirePower Personnel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.