Quality Technician

About the role

The Dixon Group is seeking a Quality Technician to join their Dixon Specialty Products Division in Chestertown, MD. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in inspection, measurement, and metrology.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and approve incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods against engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform product inspections daily using height gages, calipers, micrometers, and other precision measurement tools.
• Document inspection results through reports, logs, and database entries, including rework and scrap tracking.
• Communicate nonconformances to affected parties and follow up for required adjustments.
• Issue Corrective Actions where appropriate based on internal guidelines.
• Maintain and manage all production gauges; performing in-house calibration where possible and coordinating third-party calibration when necessary.
• Verify proper operation of gauges; manage inspection and repair as required.
• Ensure compliance with company quality standards, safety practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain SOPs for the Quality department, making revisions and updates as needed.
• Audit internal work procedures and make recommendations to address non-conformances.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality systems and reduce rework.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in STEM or related coursework preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in a quality, inspection, engineering or manufacturing role is preferred.
• Some experience in reading blueprints and using measurement tools is required.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges and thread gauges.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, blueprints, and industry specifications such as ANSI, ASTM, API and 3A.
• Familiarity with quality documentation, reporting, and data entry.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in STEM or related coursework preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in a quality, inspection, engineering or manufacturing role is preferred.
• Some experience in reading blueprints and using measurement tools is required.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges and thread gauges.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, blueprints, and industry specifications such as ANSI, ASTM, API and 3A.
• Familiarity with quality documentation, reporting, and data entry.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Skills

• Inspection and measurement skills.
• Quality documentation and reporting.
• Engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Industry specifications such as ANSI, ASTM, API and 3A.
• Calipers, micrometers, height gauges and thread gauges.
• Communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
• Competitive salary.
• Bonus programs.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Training opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays.
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Pay

$19 - $24 per hour.

Schedule

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.