Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are essential to innovative designs in the automotive, industrial, computing, consumer, telecommunications, military, aerospace, and medical markets. We help the world's most in-demand technologies come to life. Every day our products touch your life and the lives of people across the world, though you likely do not know it. Come join us and help us build The DNA of tech.™

Reports To: 

Quality Assurance Supervisor 

Pay Range:  

$17.00 - $22.50/hour + 10% shift differential

Job Location: 

Vishay Applied Thin Film Products is located in Fremont, CA.  

What you will be doing: 

• Responsible for performing in-process, final visual inspection of raw, metalized and patterned ceramic substrates using stereo zoom and high-power microscopes, micrometers, calipers, various gauges and other inspection tools 

• Read diagrams and specifications 

• Measure products with rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers 

• Accept or reject finished products 

• Strictly follow quality standards and meet daily, weekly production goals 

• Discuss inspection results with those responsible for the products 

• Ability to interpret the inspection data according to inspection standards.  

• Report inspection and test data 

• Provide some basic training and support to new QA team members 

• May be required to perform other duties 

What you will bring along:  

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent 

• 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance inspection is required 

• Ability to read and understand procedures and work instructions a plus 

• Good computer skills and data entry experience  

• MIC Hybrid circuit inspection experience or MIC assembly a plus 

• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy 

• Technical knowledge of basic inspection tools and equipment like calipers, micrometers, various gauges, and low- and high- powered microscopes, bonding machines, etc. 

• Proficient in English. Must have basic English communication skills, both written and verbal 

• Good manual dexterity as will be handling precise small fragile components under a microscope using tweezers and probes 

• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with constant change 

• Able to prioritize job flows, schedule and manage time efficiently 

• Good problem solving and multi-tasking abilities required 

• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices and other safety procedures is preferred  

• Prior experience working for ISO 9000 certified company is preferred 

Work Environment 

Work is performed primarily in a lab environment; adheres to required safety and dress standards to prevent exposure to hazardous materials. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, talk, and listen.  May be required to sit, stand, walk for periods of time; bend, stoop, and twist; closely observe items through a microscope, and perform various repetitive fine grasping motions; uses a variety of small hand tools to perform various operations when required; operate a computer and enter information using a keyboard, operate a telephone, and other office equipment for an extended period of time. 

As some visual inspection duties will also be required, specific vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.  Some physical strength and stamina are required for regular cleaning duties.  May be exposed to hot/cold conditions, high-volume noise, exposure to stored energy hazards (electricity, compressed gases, etc.), and/or hazardous materials such as chemicals (e.g. alcohol, acetone, acids, solvents and photo resist) or particulate matter. 

May be requested to work overtime and weekends to suit operational needs. 

What can we offer you for your talent: 

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally.  

Do you have the skills we need? Are you ready to power your career as you power the world? If so, apply today. 

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as “U.S. Persons” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.” 

It is the policy of Vishay to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

As an equal opportunity employer, Vishay is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] assistance. 

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, this position is open only to applicants who qualify as “U.S. Persons” according to U.S. federal law.

Vishay offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs including health care coverage, financial support programs and other resources designed to help you achieve your personal and professional goals. With us, you'll experience unique career paths, an open and collaborative culture, a stable business that will be there for you, and opportunities to work globally and locally. Do you have the skills we need? Are you ready to power your career as you power the world? If so, apply today.

 Vishay is an AAP and Equal Opportunity Employer