Quality Technician

Job description

Position Overview: The Quality Technician is a hands-on inspection role focused on the parts and components that go into our machines — both during manufacturing and as spare and break-fix parts shipped to machines in the field. You'll be the last line of defense ensuring that nonconforming parts don't make it into a build or out to a customer site, and that known quality issues are actively screened before anything ships. Job Responsibilities Incoming Parts Inspection Perform detailed incoming inspection of mechanical and electromechanical parts against engineering drawings, specifications, and purchase order requirements Verify dimensions, material, finish, and workmanship using standard hand measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, and gauges Identify and document nonconformances; initiate NCRs and work with procurement and suppliers to disposition discrepant material Maintain accurate receiving inspection records and support supplier quality tracking Spare Field Replacement Parts Inspect spare parts and break-fix components prior to shipment to field machines, ensuring they meet drawing requirements and are free of known defect conditions Cross-reference historical quality issues and active quality alerts to screen outgoing field parts for previously identified failure modes Package and label inspected parts in accordance with internal standards; maintain traceability documentation Quality Systems Continuous Improvement Maintain inspection records, nonconformance logs, and calibration documentation in support of the QMS Flag recurring defect trends and contribute to root cause and corrective action (RCCA) efforts Support the development and upkeep of quality alerts and lessons-learned documentation to prevent repeat escapes to the field Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent, with 5+ years of experience in quality inspection or quality assurance within a manufacturing environment. Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings Proficiency with standard hand measurement tools: calipers, micrometers, gauges, and related equipment Experience inspecting both mechanical and electromechanical components and assemblies Strong attention to detail with the ability to document findings clearly and completely Comfortable working in a production floor environment