Quality Technician
Summary
Inspects precision-engineered parts using hand tools and metrology equipment to ensure they meet engineering drawings and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform accurate dimensional inspections using hand tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges) and advanced metrology equipment such as CMMs and laser trackers.
- Conduct in-process and final product inspections to ensure parts meet tight tolerances, engineering drawings, and internal/external specifications.
- Prepare and maintain clear, complete, and traceable inspection reports and quality records.
- Identify, report, and follow up on quality deviations, collaborating with Production and Engineering to resolve issues quickly.
- Ensure first article inspections (FAI) and final inspections are conducted to customer and internal standards.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, improve inspection processes, and support lean manufacturing practices.
- Provide cross-functional support to departments such as Production, Engineering, or Procurement when operationally required.
- Contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and audit-ready inspection area.
Experience & Skills
- 2–3 years of experience in quality inspection or precision engineering manufacturing.
- Skilled in using precision inspection instruments, including CMMs.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, with strong knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Basic understanding of AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality management principles.
- Good documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- High level of attention to detail, with a strong focus on product quality and fit-for-purpose parts.
- Willingness to be cross-trained and support multi-disciplinary teams when needed.