Lab Supervisor

Lab Supervisor Ultimate Staffing Services - 3.8 San Jose, CA Job Details Contract $45 - $50 an hour 10 hours ago Qualifications Engineering reliability testing Stress testing simulations Staff supervision X-ray inspection as testing technique Team member evaluation Cloud infrastructure Electronics test execution Quality records maintenance Defect resolution root cause analysis Operations management Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Laboratory equipment performance testing and validation Team leadership Managing laboratory operations teams ISO standards Operational management Electrical equipment calibration Staff scheduling Continuous improvement (laboratory quality control method) System architecture Firmware Reliability analysis Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Team scheduling Performance feedback (performance evaluation method) Mid-level Laboratory equipment calibration Implementing laboratory quality control protocols Team development Corrective maintenance Full Job Description Ultimate Staffing is hiring a Lab Supervisor to join a client in San Jose. The Lab Supervisor will play a critical role in ensuring hardware quality and reliability within engineering and NPI environments. This position acts as a bridge between design engineering and manufacturing by validating that server and cloud infrastructure meet strict performance, compliance, and durability standards. Key Responsibilities Lab Operations Management Oversee daily operations of Engineering Validation (EV) and/or Quality Control (QC) labs Ensure efficient test scheduling, workflow execution, and overall lab readiness Failure Analysis Leadership Lead teams performing root-cause analysis on hardware failures, including: Electronic assemblies PCB defects System-level issues Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives Equipment & Infrastructure Oversight Manage calibration, validation, and maintenance of lab equipment such as: Thermal chambers X-ray inspection systems SEM/EDS tools Signal generators and test fixtures Compliance & Standards Ensure adherence to: Industry regulations (e.g., IPC, JEDEC, ISO) Internal quality and validation standards Support audit readiness and maintain proper documentation Team Leadership & Development Supervise lab technicians and engineers Assign tasks, manage shifts, and monitor productivity Conduct performance reviews and support cross-training initiatives Typical Qualifications Experience 3-5+ years in R D, reliability engineering, or QA lab environments Background in electronics manufacturing (EMS/ODM) preferred Technical Expertise Strong knowledge of: Server hardware architecture PCIe and high-speed interfaces Power delivery systems Firmware debugging Hardware validation and stress testing methodologies Soft Skills Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset Effective cross-functional collaboration skills Solid project management and team leadership abilities All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.