Quality Technician/Specialist

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured components to verify conformance to specifications.
• Review engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and customer requirements to confirm product conformity.
• Interpret and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements during inspection activities.
• Support the preparation and execution of First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance with AS9102 standards.
• Aid in developing and maintaining Quality Inspection Plans and related inspection documentation.
• Participate in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities and quality planning efforts for new and existing products.
• Support Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA/FMEA) reviews and contribute to corrective action initiatives.
• Document nonconformances accurately and assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), to perform accurate inspections.
• Maintain quality records and ensure ongoing compliance with AS9100 and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Production teams to resolve quality concerns and drive process improvements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts and support lean manufacturing initiatives related to quality.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a regulated quality environment.
• Hands-on experience inspecting CNC-machined components in a production environment.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality standards and their application in manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection processes and documentation, including AS9102 requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of APQP, PFMEA, and quality planning methodologies.
• Proficiency with common inspection tools and equipment, including calipers and micrometers.
• Experience performing inspection and quality control activities in a manufacturing setting.
• Solid understanding of GD&T and its application in inspection.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and record-keeping skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, or precision manufacturing environments.
• Practical AS9102 First Article Inspection experience.
• Exposure to CMM operation or programming.
• Internal auditing or quality systems experience.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience using height gauges and other precision metrology tools.
• Interest in professional growth through quality-based training courses.
• Motivation to progress into roles such as Quality Engineer, Quality Manager, or Quality Supervisor.