Quality Engineering Technician- 2nd Shift

About the role

At Noble, the work you do matters. We manufacture innovative products that support the military, advance the medical field, and improve everyday life. This Quality Engineering Technician (QA Technician) position is a hands‑on, manufacturing‑focused quality role on the 2nd shift (2 pm – 10 pm). Embedded on the production floor, the technician partners closely with Fabric Operations, Process Engineering, and Production to reinforce quality procedures, support inspection and disposition decisions, and ensure accurate and compliant documentation. The role is the primary quality presence during the second shift and focuses on manufacturing execution, quality discipline, and operational decision‑making—not laboratory work.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Quality Assurance representative on the production floor during second shift.
• Support fabric inspection activities, including visual inspections, in‑process checks, and disposition decisions in accordance with approved procedures and specifications.
• Partner with the Fabric Quality Engineer, QE Manager, Operations, and Process Engineering on day‑to‑day quality decisions.
• Reinforce adherence to approved work instructions, control plans, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor quality performance trends and assist with root cause analysis and failure investigations.
• Utilize quality tools (InfinityQS, JMP, Decision Logs) to analyze performance trends and document deviations.
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely completion of batch records, travelers, inspection records, and manufacturing documentation in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) requirements.
• Review documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to escalation or release.
• Verify that process documentation reflects current manufacturing practices and escalate discrepancies as needed.
• Support Operations and Process Engineering with real‑time issue identification, containment actions, and production floor feedback.
• Assist with the implementation and reinforcement of approved process changes and procedural updates.
• Act as a quality liaison between shifts to ensure continuity of communication, issues, and corrective actions.
• Identify quality risks, recurring issues, and gaps in procedural adherence; escalate appropriately.
• Support internal audits, inspections, and quality initiatives.
• Promote a strong quality culture through visibility, clear communication, and consistent expectations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Quality or Operations management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or quality environment strongly preferred.
• Experience as a production lead, senior operator, or quality technician is highly desirable.
• Quality control experience preferred; laboratory experience is not required.

Skills

• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, electronic forms, data entry).
• Familiarity with manufacturing documentation systems, Good Documentation Practices, and ISO 9001 concepts is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify procedural or documentation discrepancies.
• Ability to make practical, well‑reasoned decisions within established quality frameworks.
• Comfortable working on the manufacturing floor for extended periods.
• Ability to follow procedures precisely while recognizing when escalation is required.
• Self‑motivated and capable of working independently during off‑shift hours.
• Quick learner with ability to absorb technical and procedural information.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow‑through.
• Effective communicator across Quality, Operations, and Engineering teams.

Schedule

Second shift, 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm. Training may occur 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm until training is completed.

Pay

• Starting pay $22–$25 per hour, based on experience.
• Additional $1.00 per hour for hours after 3:00 pm (second‑shift premium).
• Weekly pay, paid every Thursday.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• $2,000–$4,000 Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) funded by the company (debit card).
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and voluntary insurance options.
• 401(k) with company match after 6 months.
• 11 paid holidays plus paid time off (PTO).