Quality Technician 1

About The Role

The Quality Technician I supports quality assurance activities by performing inspections and verifying product conformance to specifications. The role follows established procedures to identify defects and ensure quality standards are met. The position contributes to product quality, compliance, and operational consistency.

What You'll Do

• Own accuracy of inspection activities by following defined procedures and quality standards consistently.
• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections based on established inspection criteria.
• Verify product dimensions, specifications, and tolerances using standard measurement tools.
• Identify and document defects, non-conformances, and deviations from specifications.
• Record inspection results accurately within quality systems and documentation logs.
• Support containment of non-conforming materials in accordance with procedures.
• Ensure all inspection documentation is complete, accurate, and properly maintained.
• Follow work instructions, quality procedures, and inspection guidelines consistently.
• Assist in maintaining inspection records and quality documentation for audits.
• Communicate inspection findings and quality concerns to supervisors and team members.
• Support traceability requirements by properly labelling and documenting inspected materials.
• Assist with updating forms, logs, and quality tracking systems as required.
• Follow all safety procedures related to inspection activities and material handling.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace aligned with 5S standards and expectations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality requirements.
• Report safety hazards, quality concerns, or process issues immediately.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, or scanners as needed.
• Follow company safety policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with warehouse, inventory control, shipping, and production teams to support daily operations.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0 - 2 years of experience in quality, manufacturing, or inspection roles preferred.
• Basic understanding of measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, or gauges preferred.
• Ability to read work instructions, drawings, and specifications with guidance.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standardized procedures consistently.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and documentation tracking.
• Ability to identify defects and communicate findings clearly.
• Willingness to learn quality systems, processes, and inspection techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Pay

$22.25/hr

Benefits

• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You'll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a "Health Advocate." We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Corporate Social Responsibility: Through Planet Passionate we are determined to reduce our manufacturing carbon (CO2e) emissions to as close to zero as technically possible, together with halving carbon intensity in our primary supply chain. We are very involved in our community, and you will have ample opportunities to support us in creating a better world.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don't believe in hierarchy; we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additional mentorship for the future.
• Culture: We have a great team of culture, highly collaborative, supportive, and social skills. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership, and strive for excellence.

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