Quality Control Technician- Aerospace (2nd Shift)

Job Summary

As part of manufacturing process operations, the Quality Control Technician is responsible for hands-on inspection of manufactured parts in a fast-paced ceramics-parts production environment. This role is responsible for identifying visual and dimensional defects using magnification tools and ensuring that all parts meet strict quality and compliance standards.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Interpret and follow written work instructions, technical drawings, and SOPs to ensure product compliance with specifications.
• Work with minimal supervision to identify nonconforming materials and escalate findings according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory or customer quality standards.
• Perform visual inspections using a magnifying glass or microscope for extended periods to detect surface, cosmetic, or structural defects in highly intricate and delicate ceramic parts.
• Accurately record and report defects into a MES (Manufacturing Execution System) system to ensure a high degree of data integrity.
• Achieve team production and efficiency goals by meeting or exceeding operational and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with production, quality, and engineering teams to resolve quality issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying recurring defects or process gaps.
• Maintain adherence to 6S standards by ensuring quality inspection areas are clean, organized, and compliant with safety and operational procedures.
• Follow all PPE safety rules and policies such as use of safety glasses, safety shoes, gloves, lab coats, etc., as designated.
• Work cross functionally to perform ad-hoc duties as assigned to promote a culture of teamwork and efficiency.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Occasional flexibility regarding schedule for potential staggered shifts to meet production demand preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, understand, and adhere to work instructions and standard operating procedures in English.
• Experience in pharma, bio, med device, defense, or aerospace manufacturing or related experience with highly detailed quality inspection preferred.
• Ability to pass standard vision and hearing test as part of pre-employment testing.
• Comfortable performing work in a manufacturing production area.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods using fine visual inspection tools with magnification.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety protocols is required.
• Ability to handle, adjust and transport fragile manufactured parts regularly across the production floor.

Benefits

• Bonus program eligibility
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent certification/work experience in quality control/inspection role in a production environment.
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in a quality control or inspection role, or other applicable industry related work experience.
• Strong attention to visual detail, including the ability to perform inspections under magnification for prolonged periods on highly detailed parts or assemblies.
• High level of dexterity to work on detailed surfaces that with small hand movements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Proven ability or familiarity with SOPs, work instructions, and inspection documentation.

Pay Range

25.00-34.00