Senior Quality Technician

Carbon is seeking a Senior Quality Technician in Redwood City, CA. The role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years of quality technician experience in an ISO9001 environment, and skills in mechanical inspection and PCB testing. Responsibilities include approving materials, conducting inspections, and improving processes. The position emphasizes teamwork and individual contributions, with a pay range of $30.05 - $42.07 per hour. This is an onsite role, requiring presence at the office Monday to Friday.
At Carbon, our mission goes beyond 3D printing. We are enabling creators everywhere to make what the world needs, right now. Our company is built on the idea that diverse fields of study must come together to solve intractable problems. We have grand ambitions to create technology that will influence industry around the world. You will be joining a diverse team with a vibrant culture, where team success is as important as celebrating individual contributions.

Help us change the world and we will help you change yours.

Please note this role requires being onsite in our Redwood City office Mon - Fri.

You have...
• High School diploma or GED required
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret information
• Strong working knowledge of various mathematical concepts including fractions, ratios, and proportions
• Ability to work with Microsoft Word and Excel
• 2 + years of quality technician experience in an ISO9001 manufacturing environment building hardware products
• Experience with Mechanical and Test Equipment use, i.e. calipers, digital microscopes
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical assembly drawings, plumbing and instrumentation documentation
• Experience using hand tools for mechanical and electrical inspection is required (torque drivers, feeler gauges, calipers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc)
• Experience with PCB testing and troubleshooting
• Proficiency in using Windows operating systems, navigating file trees, and installing software and drivers
• Experience with inspecting and assembling to IPC 610 & 620 standards
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally

You will...
• Approve incoming materials by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials
• First article inspection of components for new and changed designs and suppliers
• Update and assist in the development of inspection procedures
• Maintain quality and timely flow of production materials to work centers
• Continually seek process improvements and make recommendations
• Generate nonconformance reports for discrepancies including material defects found during IQA
• Participate in MRB process including containment and segregation of suspected nonconforming material, assisting in investigations and testing activities, and providing detailed findings to the team
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Report potential quality problems and take preventative action

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Carbon, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

At Carbon, we look at the person holistically and carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation. The pay range for this position is $30.05 - $42.07 per hour. In order to maintain equitable internal pay practices, we aim to hire new employees near the midpoint of $36.06 per hour, taking into account your experience, work location, certifications, and the unique skills you bring to the role.
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