Quality Technician
Home Organizers · Pacific, CA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 5 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level quality role at Home Organizers (industrial) in Pacific, CA. Company, is a market leading water products brand that has helped millions stay hydrated through its unique and innovative product line.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- 5S, Root cause
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Quality Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $50k–$70k.
Median of the low and high ends of 23 live postings that list pay, out of 401 quality technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 37 other live quality postings in California.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 47%
- ✓ Root cause 47%
- GD&T 24%
- ISO 9001 24%
- AS9100 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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About the role
The Quality Inspector/Technician is responsible for product inspection and testing, diagnosing the root cause of complaints, documenting and processing returned products, with a focus on water dispensers, ice, and filtration. This role ensures that products are evaluated accurately for defects, repaired when possible, and dispositioned according to company standards.
Qualifications
- ✓Associates degree or higher education required
- ✓1–2 years of Quality and product testing experience
- ✓Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with small appliances
- ✓Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods
- ✓Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs/work with a system
- ✓Strong organizational skills, ability to work in fast-paced environment
About the role
The Quality Inspector/Technician is responsible for product inspection and testing, diagnosing the root cause of complaints, documenting and processing returned products, with a focus on water dispensers, ice, and filtration. This role ensures that products are evaluated accurately for defects, repaired when possible, and dispositioned according to company standards.
Qualifications
- ✓Associates degree or higher education required
- ✓1–2 years of Quality and product testing experience
- ✓Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with small appliances
- ✓Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods
- ✓Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs/work with a system
- ✓Strong organizational skills, ability to work in fast-paced environment
- ✓Basic computer skills (email, Microsoft Word, Excel, ERP/RMA entry)
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Quality Technician
Home Organizers City of Industry, California, United States
About this position
About the company
Brio Water Technology, a Home Organizers, Inc. company, is a market leading water products brand that has helped millions stay hydrated through its unique and innovative product line. We offer full home water solutions designed to elevate the way people hydrate, combining sophisticated technology with modern, top tier design to deliver exceptional performance, customer satisfaction, and enhanced functionality.
Receive and Inspect Sample Products/Returns
- •Track returned products upon arrival
- •Diagnose the root cause issue for returns
- •Unpack returned units and visually inspect for physical damage (as needed)
- •Test returned units and product samples for functional issues (cooling, heating, leaks, etc.)
- •Identify cosmetic vs. functional defects and document findings
Repair or Recondition Products
- •Clean and repackage units as needed (for resale, parts refurbish, or scrap)
- •Perform basic repairs if authorized (e.g., replacement of product components if in inventory)
- •Complete inspection logs and testing data
Coordinate with QA and CS (Customer Service) Teams
- •Report patterns of defects to Quality leadership/CS
- •Communicate any missing parts or customer misuse to QA Management
Support Warehouse Operations
- •Maintain organized work area (5S)
- •Support inventory reconciliation for returns stock
Preferred Skills
- +Familiarity with water dispenser function and parts (compressor, heating, cooling, refrigerant, , etc.)
- +Experience with handheld tools and multimeters
Work Environment
- •Warehouse environment with variable temperatures
- •Regular handling of returned units and product samples (some with water residue or packaging debris)
We believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees for a job well done. We offer growth potential for motivated individuals, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- •Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- •401K Retirement Plan
- •Paid Vacation Time
- •Paid Holidays
- •and More!
About the company
Brio Water Technology, a Home Organizers, Inc. company, is a market leading water products brand that has helped millions stay hydrated through its unique and innovative product line. We offer full home water solutions designed to elevate the way people hydrate, combining sophisticated technology with modern, top tier design to deliver exceptional performance, customer satisfaction, and enhanced functionality.
Receive and Inspect Sample Products/Returns
- •Track returned products upon arrival
- •Diagnose the root cause issue for returns
- •Unpack returned units and visually inspect for physical damage (as needed)
- •Verify RMA (returned merchandise authorization)
Diagnose Product Issues
- •Test returned units and product samples for functional issues (cooling, heating, leaks, etc.)
- •Identify cosmetic vs. functional defects and document findings
Repair or Recondition Products
- •Clean and repackage units as needed (for resale, parts refurbish, or scrap)
- •Perform basic repairs if authorized (e.g., replacement of product components if in inventory)
Documentation & Reporting
- •Complete inspection logs and testing data
Coordinate with QA and CS (Customer Service) Teams
- •Report patterns of defects to Quality leadership/CS
- •Communicate any missing parts or customer misuse to QA Management
Support Warehouse Operations
- •Maintain organized work area (5S)
- •Support inventory reconciliation for returns stock
Preferred Skills
- +Familiarity with water dispenser function and parts (compressor, heating, cooling, refrigerant, , etc.)
- +Experience with handheld tools and multimeters
Work Environment
- •Warehouse environment with variable temperatures
- •Regular handling of returned units and product samples (some with water residue or packaging debris)
Benefits / Perks
- •Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- •401K Retirement Plan
- •Paid Vacation Time
- •Paid Holidays
- •and More!
We believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees for a job well done. We offer growth potential for motivated individuals, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
The pay range for this role is
21 - 25 USD per hour(City