Quality Technician

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Quality Control Supervisor, the QC Technician assists QC personnel with day‑to‑day responsibilities, including monitoring production processes, verifying machined parts against drawing requirements, recording data, and performing other duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production quality and efficiency using appropriate tools and equipment; qualified to perform special processes as needed.
• Utilize drawings and specifications to develop a plan for basic manual verification.
• Evaluate parts and processes to ensure they meet specified requirements per inspection plans.
• Complete the inspection step on the router to indicate pass/fail and note the time for traceability to the appropriate inspector.
• Apply proper inspection techniques to obtain accurate results.
• Perform dimensional inspection on precision‑machined products and assemblies unassisted.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Read all blueprints and work instructions accurately.
• Read and understand written procedures and perform the duties described therein.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Control Supervisor or his/her designate.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Work may require use of scaffold, ladders, forklift, and/or scissor lift.
• Maintain a clean, clutter‑free work area.
• Practice safety at all times and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Speak up when others are non‑compliant.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment for the area of work.

Continual Improvement

• Keep an open mind to others’ continuous‑improvement suggestions.
• Bring continuous‑improvement suggestions to the appropriate team member.

Professional Development

• Demonstrate initiative, a positive attitude, and enthusiasm for the job.
• Follow up with the supervisor on professional‑development goals and opportunities.
• Show interest in growing with the company.

Qualifications

• Technical Trades School in Welding or Inspection (preferred) or a high school diploma/GED.
• 1+ years of fabrication experience.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.
• Local travel may be required.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Ability and willingness to abide by GHM, client, and regulatory safety policies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and time‑management abilities.
• High attention to detail.
• Demonstrated pride in workmanship and commitment to continual quality improvement.
• Adherence to safety and regulatory program requirements; prompt reporting of safety/health concerns; use of required PPE.
• Experience reading technical drawings (desired) and basic knowledge of various machining processes.
• Behavior consistent with company values.

Physical and Mental Demands

The role requires primarily sitting, standing, walking, stooping, and bending; clear verbal communication; reading, writing, analyzing data and reports; exercising judgment; developing plans, procedures, and goals; presenting information; and working under pressure. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Work Environment

The position is performed indoors in a manufacturing setting with temperature changes, high levels of equipment noise, exposure to hazardous materials, fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.

Work Authorization

Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.