Quality Technician
ABEC · Springfield, MO · 2 mo ago
On-siteQuality AssuranceFull-time
ABEC is a company that stands behind the quality of its work and products, valuing precision, accountability, and the inspection process. Join a team committed to continuous growth and operational excellence.
About the role
The Quality Technician assists the Quality team with implementing company-wide operations procedures and processes to support the overall Quality Assurance plan. This role supports quality improvement on the shop floor and within cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Inspect incoming materials, components, ABEC-manufactured items, and assembled systems to ensure conformance to established quality standards and documentation requirements.
- Conduct in-process inspections and prepare reporting documents during manufacturing.
- Perform “Walk Downs” of systems using the Job Data file to verify completeness and accuracy.
- Participate in Pre-FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) activities as requested.
- Perform final inspection of vessels and systems for approval of packaging and crating.
- Assist in controlling, maintaining, and calibrating test equipment.
- File project-related and Quality Department documentation.
- Assist in auditing project Turnover Packages (TOPs).
- Interact with customers and vendors as needed.
- Physically inspect manufactured parts to verify conformance to design drawings and specifications (material, dimensional, surface finish, etc.).
- Ensure accurate and complete receipt of all required quality-related documentation.
- Travel to other ABEC facilities, vendor locations, or customer sites to support Quality Department activities.
- Follow all safety rules and policies.
- Execute other tasks as assigned.
- Actively identify and drive Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunities.
Requirements
- High School Diploma minimum; Associate Degree in a technical field preferred.
- 3 years of post-graduate work in a related field or function.
- Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or Certified Quality Technician (CQT) preferred but not mandatory.
- Awareness of and prior experience with Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives; Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.
- Ability to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Travel may be required.
Benefits
- Day 1 benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- 3 weeks of paid vacation and 10 paid holidays.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Industry-leading 401K plan with a 40% company match.
- Air-conditioned facilities.
- Company-provided uniform shirts and PPE.
- Steel-toe boot vouchers.
- College tuition benefit program.
- Employee Referral Program.