Quality Technician

About the Role

This position requires a strong understanding of quality assurance methods, tools, and manufacturing processes. You will work in a team environment to ensure smooth operations and support day-to-day quality and production deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Provide input for new gage/fixture designs relative to GD&T and CMM measurement accessibility.
• Operate CMM machines (Manual and DCC) using CMM Manager software.
• Perform quality inspection checks including first piece, hourly, final, last piece, and backward recall on non-conforming product; implement non-conforming product hold tags.
• Conduct gauge calibration and Gage R&R studies.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs.
• Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to maintain continuity among work shifts.
• Support continuous improvement efforts (5S, internal audits, organizational knowledge) in Buildings 1 and 2.
• Document testing and root cause analysis for internal or external problems.
• Create work instructions and provide feedback on manufacturing issues to Quality Management/Manufacturing Engineering (QM/ME).
• Ensure parts meet customer and company quality standards.
• Work pieces on CMM machines using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Accept ownership for new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing).
• Experience with CMM software and ability to mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, and fixtures.
• Experience working with various types of materials and understanding their reactions to machining processes.
• Strong math skills and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with XL products and strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail, risk analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to handle stress and participate in continued education courses for career growth (e.g., TQM/CQT/CQE).

Skills

• CNC programming
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Quality inspection processes
• CMM operation (Manual and DCC machines, CMM Manager software)
• Gauge calibration and Gage R&R
• Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting
• Root cause analysis and documentation
• Creating work instructions
• Precision measuring instruments and hand tools