Senior Quality Inspector

About the role

Excelitas Technologies is a global technology leader with more than 7,500 employees, delivering market‑driven solutions for illumination, optical, detection and imaging across biomedical, semiconductor, industrial, consumer, scientific, security, defense and aerospace sectors. The Billerica, Massachusetts facility designs and manufactures advanced photonics products based on MEMS and other micro‑scale optical devices, including micro‑optic components and assemblies that combine microelectronics, micro‑alignment structures, electronics, automated assembly, and high‑voltage power conversion systems.

The company is seeking an Incoming Quality Inspector responsible for quality examination of production and engineering items using specialized technical techniques, analysis methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspection of incoming products to ensure compliance with customer and internal quality standards.
• Read and interpret CAD drawings, ISO procedures, and industry specifications with minimal guidance.
• Operate handheld measuring and test equipment, including micrometers, calipers, microscopes, and height gauges.
• Own and drive the Material Review Board (MRB) process, coordinating dispositions such as vendor returns, rework, and scrap.
• Support Quality Engineers with containment activities and first‑article inspections, providing technical input on root cause and corrective action.
• Complete inspection forms and reports accurately within the ERP system.
• Identify opportunities to improve inspection processes and reduce cycle time.
• Maintain familiarity with populated PCB assemblies; IPC‑A‑610 certification preferred.
• Uphold a safe work environment in accordance with internal safety procedures and OSHA regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification a plus.
• 5+ years of experience as a quality inspector, ideally in a related manufacturing or electronics industry.
• Demonstrated proficiency with handheld measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, microscopes, height gauges); CMM operation experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Proven ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and sound judgment in ambiguous or time‑sensitive situations.
• Experience working effectively within a cross‑functional team.
• Eligibility to work with ITAR‑controlled information; visa sponsorship not available.