Quality Inspector III (1st Shift)

About the role

UCT is a diverse workplace where every talented employee is committed to continuous innovation, challenging the status quo, and exceeding customer expectations. Join us today as a Quality Inspector III to play a critical part in leading structured problem-solving efforts, driving root cause corrective actions, and preventing recurrence.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced inspections across service workflows, including precision cleaning, coating, and refurbishment processes.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and cleanliness standards, work instructions, travelers, and quality procedures.
• Lead and facilitate 8D problem-solving investigations for internal and customer-reported quality issues.
• Drive root cause analysis using structured methodologies (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto, etc.).
• Develop, implement, and verify corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Partner with Operations and Engineering to ensure effective and sustainable solutions.
• Track, manage, and report status of 8D actions through closure.
• Prepare and deliver customer-facing quality responses and reports.
• Generate and manage nonconformance reports (NCRs), deviation documentation, inspection records, and quality data.
• Analyze quality data and trends (defects, yield, rework) to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support KPI reporting and statistical analysis (SPC, trending, etc.).
• Develop and improve inspection methods, process controls, quality procedures, and work instructions.
• Interface with Operations, Engineering, Suppliers, and Customer Quality teams.
• Support customer audits, inquiries, and escalations as needed.
• Train and mentor QA Technicians and Inspectors (Level I & II).
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical coursework or AA degree preferred.
• ASQ certification (CQA, CQI, or similar) preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in a quality role within manufacturing or service operations.
• Direct experience leading 8D investigations and closing corrective actions strongly preferred.
• Experience in cleanroom or controlled environments preferred.
• Semiconductor, aerospace, or high-tech industry experience preferred.
• Experience supporting NPI, process transfers, or service operations is a plus.

Skills

• Strong experience leading 8D investigations and customer corrective actions.
• Proficiency in structured problem-solving tools (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto).
• Strong understanding of quality systems (ISO 9001 or similar).
• Ability to interpret customer specifications, work instructions, and engineering drawings.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights and reports.
• Proficient with MS Office and quality systems/software.

Benefits

Ultra Clean Technology is proud to offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment. Details will be provided upon interview.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate the needs of the role and the company.