As result of significant increases in the occurrence of upper extremity work-related musculoskeletal disorders (UEWMSDs ), Company XYZ has experienced sizable monetary losses which are draining from the organization's profitability. The fact that UEWMSDs appear over time has placed Company XYZ at continued risk of loss due to personal injuries, product damage, legal expenses, and time lost. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to analyze and identify the ergonomic risk factors that are causing upper extremity musculoskeletal injuries/illnesses among photo-etch operators at Company XYZ. The focus of this study was to perform a comprehensive review of Company XYZ's OSHA 300 forms, determine the recommended weight limit for materials using the NIOSH Lifting Equation, and analyze the workstation using the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA), as well as an ergonomic task analysis worksheet. The results of the data collection used in this study indicate that there are various risks present when workers perform the photo tool inspection at Company XYZ. Based on the conclusions of this study, various recommendations were provided which may eliminate or at least reduce the exposure of ergonomic-based risk factors and the occurrence of musculoskeletal disorders for employees who are performing the photo tool inspection process at Company XYZ.