Quality Technician (Hands-On Lab Focus)

Job Description

Job Description

Role Overview Our client, a leader in surgical robotic technology, is seeking a hands-on Quality Technician for a 6-month contract in San Jose, CA. This is a lab-based role focused on the physical execution of Verification and Validation (V&V) testing for complex electromechanical and robotic systems. We are looking for a technical "doer" who can learn the environment quickly and start contributing to lab activities within 1 to 2 weeks.

Key Responsibilities

• Physical Test Execution : Manually execute V&V test protocols, including functional, reliability, and performance testing on robotic platforms.
• Lab Setup : Physically set up test fixtures, specialized equipment, and test samples according to approved procedures.
• Documentation : Accurately record and report test data in real-time, maintaining strict adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Hardware Support : Partner with R&D during prototype builds; assist in the physical assembly and teardown of design iterations and engineering studies.
• Issue Escalation : Identify, document, and immediately escalate nonconformance or unexpected test results to the engineering team.
• Failure Analysis : Support the hands-on investigation and root cause analysis of physical test failures.
• Lab Compliance : Ensure all lab activities comply with FDA and ISO 13485 standards, keeping all test records and logs audit-ready.

Qualifications

• Experience : 5+ years in a hands-on quality, manufacturing, or test role. Medical device experience is highly preferred.
• Education : Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience. Open to recent graduates or candidates with technical backgrounds who demonstrate strong technical aptitude.
• Technical Skills : Proven experience using measurement tools like calipers, micrometers, and multimeters.
• Documentation : Strong understanding of GDP; experience with test execution in a regulated environment (FDA or ISO).
• Communication : Ability to clearly explain testing results and collaborate with Manufacturing and R&D teams.
• Aptitude : A "tinker" mindset with the ability to work around complex electromechanical systems and software-driven devices.

Work Environment and Schedule

• Fully Onsite : This role is 100% onsite in San Jose; it is not a remote or desk-only position.
• Physical Requirements : Work is performed in an R&D lab (not a cleanroom) and requires standing for extended periods and manually handling robotic equipment.
• Overtime : Candidates must be open to working overtime as needed to meet project deadlines.

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We're a national recruiting and staffing enterprise that blends the resources of the world's largest talent company with the local insights of our independent franchise owners. A pioneer in the staffing industry, we’ve been providing companies with the workforce solutions they need for over 80 years while helping people find jobs and build careers where they can thrive.