Quality Technician

About the role

A leading manufacturer is seeking a Quality Technician to support incoming inspection activities within a fast-paced production environment. This position is responsible for verifying incoming materials and components meet engineering and quality standards through dimensional, visual, and documentation inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspections on purchased materials and components.
• Conduct dimensional and visual inspections using precision measurement tools for fabricated metal parts, machined components, electrical components, wire harnesses, and assemblies.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection criteria.
• Complete inspection documentation and maintain accurate quality records.
• Identify and report non-conforming materials or quality concerns.
• Support investigations of quality issues and assist with corrective actions.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to maintain quality standards.
• Assist with departmental quality initiatives and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent quality inspection experience in a mechanical product manufacturing environment.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and gauges.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience documenting inspection results.

Additional skills

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Experience with ERP Software.
• ASQ (American Society for Quality) or Six Sigma Certifications.

Work environment

Mechanical product manufacturing environment. Hours/Shift: Monday through Friday, 7am-3:30pm, with 1-2 hours of voluntary overtime offered. The organization offers a stable and growing environment with opportunities to expand technical inspection and quality skills. It promotes a collaborative, team-oriented atmosphere with exposure to a variety of mechanical and electromechanical products. This is a hands-on role with significant autonomy and responsibility.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Benefits

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

This is a fully onsite position based out of Michigan City, IN. This is a Contract position.