Quality Technician - Entry Level

Pratt Miller, an Oshkosh Company, is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our capabilities span research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production, helping customers bring high-quality products to market faster.

About the role

Pratt Miller is looking for a qualified Quality Technician I to perform inspections, reverse engineering, and other metrology operations in support of programs from prototype through low-volume production in an ISO 9001 certified engineering and manufacturing environment. The Quality Technician will collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to provide data needed to support their functions and will have the opportunity to learn essential skills with guidance from colleagues. Candidates with the right skills and attitude may receive on-the-job training.

Responsibilities

• Dimensional inspection of parts to engineering drawings and/or CAD models
• Create, compile, and maintain inspection records and other required documentation
• Examine incoming parts and documentation to confirm correct specifications are met
• Part numbering and traceability
• Non-destructive testing of parts (Magnaflux and Zyglo)
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Use Windows-based computers and MS software such as Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Perform in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 0-3 years of work experience in manufacturing or other relevant experience
• Experience with basic hand measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, bore gages, and height gauges
• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems and manufacturing processes
• Ability to read basic blueprints
• Basic understanding of metrology best practices and gage handling

Additional Requirements

• Team player with strong collaboration skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage own workload to meet deadlines
• Reliable, including having a reliable mode of transportation
• Great attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and pride in work
• Willingness to learn

Physical Demands

• Position requires occasional moderate physical activity
• Moving and maneuvering heavy objects may be required at times

Schedule

• 7:30 AM start time, Monday-Friday
• 40-hour standard work week with overtime paid as worked when required
• Flexibility to accommodate fixed deadlines, sometimes working longer hours, Saturdays, and/or Sundays

Work Environment

• Combination of quality lab and manufacturing areas
• Periodic travel may be required between local facilities
• Stress may occur periodically