Jobs · Quality Assurance · Pennsylvania

Technical Quality Control Technician - First Shift

Gardner Cryogenics · Bethlehem, PA · 1 mo ago
Quality AssuranceFull-time

About the role

Rotoflow, an Air Products Business, is seeking a first-shift Technical Quality Control Technician, Monday through Friday from 6:25 a.m. to 2:25 p.m., at our Rotoflow headquarters in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

  • Perform in-process, receiving, and final inspections to verify process control, equipment capability, product conformity, and overall product integrity.
  • Inspect machinery components, equipment, assemblies on a planned, periodic, or sampling basis.
  • Prepare accurate inspection reports, check sheets, test records, and other quality documentation to support traceability and customer requirements.
  • Perform quality control inspections related to the fabrication, machining, assembly, and testing of complex turbomachinery components and welded pressure-containing equipment.
  • Apply inspection methods including visual inspection, dimensional inspection, dye penetrant inspection, visual weld inspection, pneumatic and hydrostatic pressure testing, and magnetic particle inspection, as applicable.
  • Maintain responsibility for gage control, including inventory, replacement planning, measurement capability, calibration frequency, accuracy, and traceability.
  • Identify, document, and communicate nonconformances clearly and support timely resolution with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality leadership.
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on improving production flow, inspection effectiveness, documentation accuracy, and overall QC efficiency.

Requirements

  • A High school diploma or GED is required.
  • A technical, trade school, or associate degree coursework in a related field is preferred but is not required.
  • A minimum of 3 years of consistent quality inspection or quality manufacturing experience is required; experience in precision machining, heavy fabrication, pressure vessels, or engineered-to-order equipment is strongly preferred.
  • Quality-related certifications such as AWS CWI, API, NDT, ASQ, or equivalent credentials are preferred but not required.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with SAP, MRP, or comparable software is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, inspection requirements, and manufacturing documentation.
  • Strong time management skills, sound judgment, and excellent attention to detail in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document findings and communicate quality concerns professionally.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and support production schedules while maintaining quality standards.
  • Strong safety focus and willingness to follow all site safety procedures, work instructions, and quality requirements.
  • Reliable, dependable, organized, and able to work with a high level of accountability and professionalism.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform work in a manufacturing shop environment.
  • Ability to work effectively in a union environment.

Qualifications

  • A valid driver's license and a good driving record.

Skills

  • Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply manufacturing drawings, inspection plans, specifications, standards, codes, and written procedures in a precision manufacturing environment.
  • Strong planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills related to quality issues in complex, engineered-to-order manufacturing operations.
  • Working knowledge of ASME requirements and ISO 9001 certified Quality Management Systems, with the ability to support consistent compliance with customer and internal requirements.
  • Strong understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and the ability to apply it during dimensional inspection.
  • Proficient use of manual measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, height gauges, bore gauges, and related precision inspection tools.
  • Experience with CMM operation and/or programming is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of nonconformance identification, documentation, containment, disposition, and corrective-action support.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits package.
  • Flexible work schedule.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Work-life balance initiatives.

Pay

$XX.XX per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

First shift, Monday through Friday from 6:25 a.m. to 2:25 p.m.

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