Quality Tech I

Key Job Responsibilities

• Inspect raw components, subassemblies, and completed machines to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Use inspection and measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, Hexagon laser scanners, voltmeters, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents to understand dimensional requirements, critical features, and acceptance criteria.
• Absorb or learn to apply structured quality tools such as 5 Why, Ishikawa, Fault Tree Analysis, and 8D to support root cause analysis and corrective action efforts.
• Create and distribute reports that summarize inspection results, quality concerns, investigation findings, and action items.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with manufacturing personnel, engineers, buyers, suppliers, and other stakeholders regarding quality issues.
• Maintain a professional and constructive demeanor during discussions involving defects, escapes, process breakdowns, or supplier nonconformance.
• Support containment, material review, verification, and follow-up actions associated with nonconforming product.
• Maintain quality records and documentation in accordance with internal procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts focused on reducing defects, improving process control, and strengthening product quality.

Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to three years of experience in manufacturing, quality inspection, supplier quality, assembly, service, or a related technical role preferred.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools or willingness and aptitude to learn.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications, or willingness to be trained.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare factual, organized reports.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally with colleagues and suppliers.
• Basic proficiency with common computer applications and reporting tools.
• Associate degree, technical diploma, or certificate in quality, manufacturing, industrial technology, or a related discipline.
• Experience in a heavy equipment, industrial manufacturing, automotive, or fabrication environment.
• Familiarity with supplier quality concerns, nonconformance reporting, or corrective action documentation.