Quality Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Quality Technician
Location: 897 Lancaster Pike, Quarryville, PA 17566-9714
Work Hours: 4:00 AM to 2:30 PM
Competitive Compensation

Cast your career with Buck Company!

Buck Company LLC is looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Quality Technician to become a key member of our team in Quarryville, PA! This is an exciting opportunity to ensure the integrity of our materials and processes, directly impacting our finished products. As a Quality Technician, you will be crucial in supporting our manufacturing operations by performing analytical testing, process observation, visual casting inspection and maintaining quality documentation.

About Us: Buck Company LLC, located in Quarryville, Pennsylvania, is a family-owned foundry dedicated to melding tradition with precision. For decades, we’ve been manufacturing high-quality metal castings, serving over 55 different industries. Our skilled team takes pride in hands-on workmanship, state-of-the-art equipment, and an unwavering commitment to integrity—delivering products built to last and service rooted in trust.

At Buck Company LLC, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do:

• Preparation of metal samples (cutting, grinding, polishing) for various tests.
• Operate and maintain Optical Emission Spectrometers (OES) and other analytical equipment to determine the chemical composition of raw materials and finished castings.
• Conduct routine maintenance and calibration checks on all lab equipment to ensure accuracy.
• Execute Tensile and Hardness Tests (e.g., Brinell, Rockwell) on cast metal samples to confirm mechanical properties meet specifications.
• Record, analyze, and interpret test results, promptly reporting any deviations or non-conformances to the Quality and Production teams.
• Perform microscopic evaluation of metal structure to assess nodularity, structure, porosity, and inclusion levels.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all tests, analyses, and material certifications.
• Assist in maintaining the laboratory's quality management system, adhering to ISO 9001 standards and internal safety protocols.
• Support problem-solving initiatives related to material quality and process control.
• Process audits to confirm production compliance with written standards
• Visual inspection of castings for final quality check after shipment

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong math and analytical skills with the ability to interpret technical specifications and data.
• Familiarity with lab safety procedures and handling of chemicals and hot materials.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• 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!

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)