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Visual Source Inspector – Mechanical Assemblies

SQA Services

SQA Servicessqaservices.com

Visual Source Inspector – Mechanical Assemblies

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About the job

SQA Services has 30+ years of providing supplier quality services. This role involves inspecting form-in-place gaskets, thermal pads, and assemblies in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

  • Experience performing visual inspections
  • Attention to detail
  • Understanding of mechanical assemblies
  • Work independently
  • Good communication skills

Qualifications

  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to support weekly on-site inspections

Full job description

For more than 30 years, SQA Services has provided managed supplier quality services, including inspections, audits, corrective actions, remediation, and engineering support. We deploy experienced quality professionals globally to support client and supplier sites on demand. 
SQA Services is seeking a Visual Source Inspector to support weekly supplier inspections at a manufacturing facility in Vancouver, Washington.

This is a part-time contract position requiring approximately 1 day per week for an initial 6-month engagement. The inspector will perform visual inspections of form-in-place (FIP) gaskets, thermal pads, and mechanical assemblies to ensure workmanship meets customer requirements. Initial training and inspection criteria will be provided by the client.

  • Location: Vancouver, WA (Portland Metro Area)
  • Schedule: Approximately 1 day per week
  • Duration: 6 months (potential extension)
  • Pay Rate: $25–$28/hour
  • Training: On-site training provided

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform weekly visual inspections of mechanical parts with applied FIP gaskets and thermal pads
  • Verify workmanship against established accept/reject criteria
  • Inspect gasket and thermal pad placement, application quality, and overall part condition
  • Verify cleanliness and workmanship of finished assemblies
  • Document inspection results and report nonconformances
  • Maintain inspection records and communicate findings to SQA and the client
  • Conduct inspections professionally within the supplier's manufacturing environment

    • Required Qualifications

  • Experience performing visual inspections in a manufacturing or production environment
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently apply workmanship criteria
  • Basic understanding of mechanical assemblies and manufacturing processes
  • Ability to work independently and maintain accurate inspection records
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Reliable transportation and ability to support weekly on-site inspections

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience performing source inspections at supplier facilities
  • Background in aerospace, defense, electronics, or precision manufacturing
  • Experience inspecting gaskets, seals, adhesives, coatings, or dispensed materials
  • Familiarity with customer workmanship standards and inspection checklists
  • Previous supplier quality or third-party inspection experience


    • Note:

    SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.​

    This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.


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