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Quality Inspector

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Wasco Switches & Sensors

Santa Maria, CA (In Person)

$40,560 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 02/05/2026 (Updated 7 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

Quality Inspector Wasco Switches & Sensors Santa Maria, CA Job Details Full-time $18 - $21 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Record keeping Defect detection (quality control) Finished product defect inspection Blueprint specification interpretation Calibration ISO standards GD&T Inspection reporting and documentation High school diploma or GED Quality control documentation Quality assurance within manufacturing Manufacturing Escalation handling Manufacturing company experience Communication skills Entry level Measurement (quality control)
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Job Summary:
The Quality Inspector inspects incoming, in-process, and finished products against specifications to ensure conformity. This role identifies defects, documents results, and helps prevent nonconforming products from reaching the customer.
Essential Functions:
Incoming, In-Process, and Final Inspections:
Inspect materials, components, and finished products to verify conformity to requirements.
Note:
incorporate queue, shelf, NS management and balancing the priority.
Measurement and Verification:
Use precision instruments, visual checks and data reviews to verify conformity to requirements.
Nonconformance Detection and Handling:
Identify and document defects, escalating issues to the quality team as required and ensure nonconforming material is handled in accordance with ISO and QMS requirements.
Record Keeping:
Accurately document inspection results in accordance with ISO 9001 and QMS requirements.
Compliance and Standards Adherence:
Perform inspections in compliance with ISO 9001 and QMS requirements.
Requirements:
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
1 year in a full-time manufacturing environment.
Skills & Abilities Summary:
Inspection Proficiency:
Perform accurate inspections using appropriate tools and methods.
Technical Interpretation:
Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions. Proficient in GD&T. Attention to
Detail:
Detect and document defects with precision and accuracy.
Consistency and Reliability:
Execute inspection processes consistently to ensure reliable results.
Communication Skills:
Clearly report findings and collaborate with manufacturing and quality personnel.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
This position may require the ability to lift 50 lbs. at chest level several times a day, good hand and eye coordination with demonstrated manual dexterity and fine motor skills for precision calibration and assembly of small parts, 20/20 or better corrected vision, and the ability to see the full spectrum of colors and track fine details visually to discover defects in parts or processes. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

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