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Quality Technician -1st Shift

Quality Assurance$28–$30/hrFull-time

Job Purpose

We are seeking a skilled Quality Technician for our first shift to perform precision mechanical inspections on manufactured components.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct first article, incoming, in-process, and final inspections on machined parts, sheet metal, and welded assemblies.
  • Perform precise dimensional inspections (hard check) using manual tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges) and CMMs.
  • Interpret complex engineering drawings, applying expert knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
  • Document and report all inspection results and non-conformances accurately in the quality management system.
  • Perform receiving inspection on incoming materials and components (raw materials and outside services).

Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience: Minimum 2-4 years of quality control inspection in a manufacturing environment (sheet metal, machining, welding, assemblies).
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification is a plus.
  • Blueprint & GD&T: Good level in reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T principles.
  • Manual Inspection: Proficient with surface plate inspection and all standard hand-held measuring tools.
  • CMM Operation: Hands-on experience is required. Preference for experience with Zeiss (Calypso) or Brown & Sharpe (PC-DMIS), or Mitutoyo (MCOSMOS). CMM programming is a plus, not required.
  • General Skills: Strong attention to detail, clear and good communication (required), computer proficiency (MS Office), and the ability to work independently.

Physical Demands

  • Must possess visual acuity and manual dexterity.
  • Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

  • This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
  • Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
  • Salary Range (annual): $58,240 -$62,400 ($28.00 - $30.00 per hour)
  • The total rewards package also includes a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business, and, depending on the role, may include eligibility for restricted stock unit awards and participation in a discretionary bonus program.

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