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Quality Technician | Hayward, CA
Quality Technician
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Hayward , CA

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Onsite

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Contract

Hayward, CA

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Onsite

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Contract

Job ID 75381|Posted Jul 21, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join a quality-focused manufacturing team as a Quality Technician supporting receiving inspection, process improvement, and product conformance in a fast-paced, fully onsite environment. This role offers the opportunity to work cross-functionally, help strengthen quality systems, and contribute to high standards across incoming materials and production support.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect incoming parts and materials to confirm they meet defined specifications and quality requirements
  • Validate conformance of received items against established quality standards and control plans
  • Document procedures, work instructions, inspection results, and quality-related processes
  • Track and report quality metrics to help communicate status and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Enter test and inspection data into SAP and JIRA as needed
  • Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts
  • Create and execute inspection plans for visual, functional, and dimensional checks across a variety of parts and assemblies
  • Perform metrology tasks, including CMM-related work, when required
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help maintain and improve quality standards

Skills

  • At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Hands-on experience performing quality inspections based on a control plan
  • Ability to define and apply inspection criteria for injection molded parts, castings, 3D-printed parts, PCBAs, and electrical sub-assemblies
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work well with others in a collaborative, cross-functional setting
  • Familiarity with Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides
  • Comfort working in a detail-oriented environment with quality documentation and data entry responsibilities

Preferred Skills

  • Experience using SAP and/or JIRA
  • Background in mechanical, electrical, or electronics inspection
  • Experience using precision measurement tools
  • Industry experience in automotive, semiconductor, aerospace, software, or contract manufacturing
  • Exposure to customer-focused or service-oriented environments
  • Familiarity with metrology equipment, including CMM

Horizontal Talent is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and respected. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and support a culture built on equity, collaboration, and opportunity for everyone.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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