QA Inspector 2 - FQA- Day Shift in Newark, California at Unigen

About Unigen
Unigen is a global technology company providing innovative electronics manufacturing and product solutions to customers across diverse industries. With decades of industry experience and operations in key global markets, we combine engineering expertise, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and responsive customer service to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions—from product development through production and fulfillment.

Location and Work Arrangement
This position is based in Newark, California and is onsite.

Benefits
Unigen offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan; paid time off; paid holidays; and professional development opportunities. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan terms.

Job Title: FQA Inspector – Level 2
Job Function: Manufacturing Quality
Reports To: Manager, QE and QA, Unigen HQ, Newark, CA

Job Overview

The Level 2 Final Quality Assurance (FQA) Inspector performs advanced-level inspections on PCBA and box build products, ensuring compliance with regulatory, customer, and internal quality standards. This role involves handling high-complexity inspections, mentoring Level 1 inspectors, participating in root cause analysis, and recommending corrective actions. The Level 2 Inspector works with minimal supervision and plays an active role in continuous process improvement initiatives.

Primary Job Responsibilities

1. Advanced Inspection & Testing

• Perform comprehensive cosmetic, dimensional, functional, and compliance inspections for all product lines, including complex PCBA and box build assemblies.
• Ensure finished product compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ESD control procedures, and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Conduct inspections in accordance with IPC-610 Class 2 and Class 3 standards.
• Identify and document nonconforming solder joint defects on PTH and SMT components, and verify repair/rework effectiveness.
• Operate and interpret results from advanced test equipment (e.g., AOI, functional testers, continuity testers, X-ray inspection systems).
• Lead FAI verification for high-priority projects and new product launches.

2. Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately record inspection results in the MRP/QMS systems, ensuring traceability and compliance documentation is complete.
• Review and approve Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), inspection reports, and shipment documentation.
• Maintain detailed inspection records for internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory compliance.

3. Mentorship & Team Support

• Provide on-the-job training to Level 1 inspectors and new hires on inspection techniques, tools, and standards.
• Review and verify inspection results performed by junior inspectors before final approval.
• Support cross-functional teams during nonconformance investigations and root cause analysis.
• Share best practices and actively participate in process improvement initiatives.

4. Equipment & Process Maintenance

• Ensure inspection and test equipment is calibrated, maintained, and functioning optimally.
• Recommend updates to inspection checklists and procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Identify recurring defects and work with engineering to improve manufacturing process quality.

Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in Electronics or Quality Management preferred.
• IPC-A-610 Class 2 & Class 3 certification required.
• Minimum 7 years experience in First Article, In-Process, FQA, or Receiving Inspection in an EMS environment.
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, BOMs, MPIs, ECNs, deviations, and specifications.
• Proficiency with inspection tools: microscope, calipers, DMM, AOI, X-ray.
• Experience in MRP/QMS systems and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001 quality systems.