Quality Control Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections according to inspection plans and work instructions
• Measure and test products using basic inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, scales, test fixtures)
• Check products for compliance with drawings, specs, and quality standards
• Identify and segregate non-conforming materials or products
• Accurately record inspection results, test data, and quality findings
• Complete inspection reports, nonconformance reports, and quality logs
• Maintain traceability records for materials and finished goods
• Clearly communicate inspection results to production and quality teams
• Identify and escalate quality issues to appropriate personnel
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities
• Ensure corrective actions have been carried out and achieve their intended results
• Absorb re-inspection of reworked or corrected product
• Work closely with manufacturing operators to resolve quality issues in real time
• Provide feedback to production teams to prevent recurring defects
• Support audits, investigations, and quality reviews as needed
• Follow all safety, quality, environmental and quality policies and procedures
• Ensure tools and measuring equipment are properly calibrated and handled

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Technical training, certificate, or associate degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in quality control, inspection, or manufacturing role required
• Solid understanding of quality inspection methods and tools
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, or work instructions
• Experience with standard measuring instruments
• Proficient in recording outcomes through both traditional paper documentation and electronic recordkeeping systems

Critical Success Factors

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good problem-solving and observation skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Able to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks during shifts

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC), control charts, and/or basic quality metrics
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems
• Experience inspecting regulated or quality-critical products
• Making manufacturing or quality certifications (CQI, ASQ, or similar)
• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment is strongly preferred

Schedule, Travel, Compensation, and Location

• This is a full-time position in Woburn, MA and will report temporarily to the VP of Operations
• Travel for this role is expected to be between 0% - 5%
• The compensation ranges from $35 to $40 per hour, depending on experience, and also includes equity and benefits