Quality Control Technican- Mechanical Assemblies (Semiconductor Cleanroom)

Job Title: Quality Control Technician – Mechanical Assemblies (Semiconductor Cleanroom)

Department: Quality / Manufacturing

Reports To: Quality Supervisor / Quality Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Technician  to inspect and verify precision mechanical assemblies in a semiconductor cleanroom environment. This role is responsible for performing in-process and final inspections, documenting results, and ensuring mechanical assemblies meet all quality, functional, and cleanliness requirements.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical inspection experience, is comfortable working in cleanroom gowning, and understands the importance of contamination control, ESD compliance, and strict documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection & Quality Verification

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of mechanical parts, subassemblies, and finished builds.
• Verify components meet specifications using drawings, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Inspect assemblies for defects including damage, misalignment, missing hardware, improper torque, contamination, or cosmetic issues.
• Conduct functional checks and “go–no-go” testing to verify assembly performance.

Measurement & Tool Use

• Use precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, torque tools, and other inspection equipment.
• Confirm dimensional compliance and fitment to engineering requirements.
• Identify measurement trends and report concerns to Quality and Manufacturing Engineering.

Documentation & Reporting

• Review and follow work orders, travelers, inspection plans, and bills of material (BOMs).
• Accurately record inspection results, measurements, and pass/fail findings in quality documentation systems.
• Generate nonconformance reports (NCRs) and clearly document defects, findings, and corrective actions.
• Support traceability and revision control requirements in a controlled manufacturing environment.

Cleanroom Compliance

• Follow all cleanroom protocols, including gowning, ESD procedures, and contamination-control requirements.
• Ensure inspection tools and workstations are cleanroom-approved and properly maintained.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe inspection area.

Quality Support & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with production teams to support quality at the point of build.
• Assist with root cause investigations, rework verification, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) as assigned.
• Identify recurring issues and recommend improvements to reduce defects and improve yield.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required (technical training or associate degree preferred)
• 2+ years of quality inspection experience in mechanical assembly, manufacturing, or production environments
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, and technical documentation
• Experience using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Ability to work in a semiconductor cleanroom environment, including wearing full gowning/PPE
• Familiarity with ESD handling practices and contamination control
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive inspection tasks
• Strong communication skills and ability to document findings clearly

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior semiconductor cleanroom experience
• Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance stack-up concepts
• Experience with ISO-controlled or regulated manufacturing environments
• Experience with nonconformance systems, CAPA, and quality documentation tools
• Experience inspecting precision assemblies for semiconductor capital equipment

Work Environment

This position is based in a semiconductor cleanroom  and requires strict adherence to contamination control, ESD requirements, and quality documentation standards. The role may require extended time in full cleanroom gowning and working around sensitive components.

MSR-FSR is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

COMPETENCIES: 

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. 

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. 

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. 

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. 

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. 

• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. 

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. 

• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. 

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. 

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. 

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. 

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. 

• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. 

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Promotes a cooperative Safety Team environment culture of mutual support. 

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. 

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. 

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Occasionally (less than 1/3 of the job) 

• Frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the job) 

• Continually (more than 2/3 of the job)

• Frequently required to stand. 

• Frequently required to walk. 

• Occasionally required to sit. 

• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity. 

• Continually required to talk or hear. 

• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. 

• Occasionally required to push / pull objects with arms / hands / lower body for short/moderate/long periods of time. 

• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts

• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

• Continually wear Head / Face Protection: safety goggles/glasses, welding helmet, laser goggles. Hearing Protection: Earmuffs, ear plugs, canal caps. 

• Continually wear Safety footwear: Over the ankle safety toe boots, Chemical resistant boots or overshoes, metatarsal protection. 

• Frequently wear nitrile gloves 

• The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 20 pounds, frequently lift, and/or move up to 30 pounds, and continually lift and/or move up to 30 pounds

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception

• May push or pull carts with parts up to 20 feet for up to 4 hours per day. 

• May transfer parts from the cart at a distance of up to 2 feet, weighing a maximum of 30 pounds continuously throughout the day. 

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development