Quality Assurance Technician III - 1st & 2nd Shift

• 15% 2nd Shift Premium
• Medical & Vision Insurance
• Safety Shoe & Glasses Reimbursement Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement Program

The Quality Assurance Technician III is a senior-level role responsible for ensuring machined parts and assemblies meet internal standards, customer specifications, and applicable industry/ISO requirements. This position serves as a subject matter expert on quality inspection processes, advanced measurement tools, and root cause analysis. The QA Tech III mentors junior inspectors, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and partners with engineering and production teams to maintain the highest standards of product quality and compliance.

• Performs advanced dimensional inspections of machined components using precision measuring equipment (CMM, optical comparators, height gauges, micrometers, calipers, etc.)
• Interprets complex engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and customer requirements
• Conducts First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 or customer-specific requirements
• Develops, reviews, and maintains inspection plans, control plans, and quality documentation
• Supports PPAP submissions and customer qualification processes
• Leads root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for nonconforming product
• Mentors and trains junior QA technicians and production personnel on quality processes and standards
• Participates in internal and external audits (ISO 9001, AS9100, customer audits)
• Collaborates with engineering and production teams to drive process improvements and prevent recurrence of quality issues
• Ensures compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required;
• Minimum 5–7 years of quality assurance experience in a precision machining/manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading, and metrology.
• Proficient in the use of CMMs.
• Experience with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality systems.
• Solid understanding of statistical process control (SPC), PPAP, and root cause/corrective action methods.
• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while also collaborating in a team environment.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, ERP/MRP systems, and quality software tools.

• Associate degree or technical certification in Quality, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 7+ years of quality assurance experience in a precision machining/manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in the use of PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, or similar software.

• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Read English.
• Communicate effectively with employees.
• Stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.

• Primarily a shop-based position.
• Moderate noise levels from operating machines in the shop.
• Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts in the shop.
• Breaking fumes, dust, and mist in the shop.
• Skin is exposed to oils and cutting fluids in the shop.

1st Shift: 5:45 am - 2:15 pm 2nd Shift: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm Compensation details: 35-50 Hourly Wage