Quality Technician, Switchboards
Why join Giga
The Pace: We're building at a speed most companies talk about but never actually operate at. If you've been bored somewhere else, you won't be here.
The Impact: Every person at Giga touches the work that matters. No layers, no waiting for approval chains. You'll see your fingerprints on what we ship.
The Team: A team of operators defining the future of AI infrastructure. We recruit A-players from the most innovative companies in the world, and they choose Giga because the work here means more.
The Moment: AI doesn't run without power, and that's us. Giga is the picks and shovels behind the AI revolution. This industry is about to explode, and you'll be in the room where it's already happening.
What you'll do
Giga Energy builds mission-critical power infrastructure for AI datacenters — switchboards, panelboards, unit substations, and modular data centers delivered to hyperscaler customers across North America. As a Quality Technician, you will be embedded on the manufacturing floor at our Long Beach, CA location, executing the day-to-day inspection and documentation work that keeps our product quality high and our shipments to and from California on spec.
This is a hands-on role. You will follow established inspection plans, perform incoming and outgoing quality inspections, document findings accurately, and flag issues in real time. You will be working closely with the Quality Engineer and directly with production operators on the floor. We want someone who takes ownership, pays attention to the details that matter, and is eager to learn and grow within a quality organization that is being built from the ground up.
Where you'll work
This position is based in our Long Beach, CA location.
Responsibilities
Incoming Quality Control (IQC)
Inspect incoming raw materials and components against drawings, specifications, and acceptance criteria
Execute AQL-based sampling plans; make accept/reject decisions on incoming lots
Record inspection results accurately in the quality system — dimensions, visual observations, lot details
Place non-conforming materials on hold, tag and quarantine per procedure, and notify the Quality Manager
Verify material certifications, certificates of conformance, and test reports match the purchase order
In-Process Quality Control (IPQC)
Perform in-process inspections at defined checkpoints per the quality control plan
Monitor critical operations — fabrication, welding, surface treatment, assembly — and record findings in real time
Identify non-conformances during production and communicate them to the line supervisor and Quality Manager immediately
Support operators in understanding quality requirements and following visual work instructions
Outgoing Quality Control (OQC)
Perform final inspection of finished assemblies before shipment to California using defined checklists
Verify dimensional, visual, and functional checks are complete and within acceptance criteria
Confirm all required documentation is complete and accurate before release — CoC, test records, packing list
Apply release labels or hold tags as appropriate; never release a unit without Quality Manager sign-off on open issues
First Article Inspection (FAI) Support
Assist the Quality Manager in executing FAIs on new or revised fabricated parts
Balloon drawings, record measurements, and compile FAI data packages under direct supervision
Operate measuring instruments — calipers, micrometers, gauges — accurately and consistently
Documentation & Data
Maintain clear, complete, and accurate inspection records for every lot, batch, and unit inspected
Log non-conformances, defect types, quantities, and disposition in the quality tracking system
File and organize quality records so they are traceable and retrievable at any time
Contribute to weekly defect summaries and quality data reports prepared by the Quality Manager
Continuous Improvement & Learning
Participate in root cause investigations — describe what you observed, when, and where with precision
Follow corrective actions and verify effectiveness at your inspection station
Proactively flag patterns you notice — recurring defects, process variations, recurring supplier issues
Actively pursue learning: ask questions, study product drawings, and develop your quality knowledge over time
Requirements
1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing quality, inspection, or production role
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and dimensional tolerances
Hands-on experience using basic measuring instruments: calipers, micrometers, gauges, tape measures
Strong attention to detail — you notice things others miss and you document exactly what you see
Disciplined about paperwork and data entry — accurate records are non-negotiable in this role
Comfortable working on a factory floor, standing for extended periods, and working alongside production operators
Fluent in English for quality reports and communication with leadership
Honest and direct — willing to flag a problem even when it creates friction with production
Bonus points
Bachelors in Engineering
Experience in electrical, metal fabrication, bus bars or panel assembly manufacturing
Exposure to FAI processes, control plans, or quality management systems
Basic understanding of GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing)
Experience using measurement tools: digital calipers, height gauge, radial gauge etc.
Benefits
Subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
Equity (options) in a rapidly growing startup
401(k) with 4% employer match
Unlimited PTO
Parental leave
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Commuter benefits
Team on-sites where all offices come in–person to collaborate
Who we hire
We hire people who thrive in chaos and get sharper under pressure. You don't wait to be told what to do, you spot the gap and fill it. When there's work to be done, you do it. You make decisions with the information you have, move fast, and adjust along the way. We're not looking for perfect; we're looking for people who get things done.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Giga Energy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Giga Energy complies with all applicable labor laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other relevant state and federal regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage applicants who require accommodations during the hiring process to contact us.