Quality Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Join a Team Dedicated to Quality and Precision

We are seeking an experienced Quality Technician to support our manufacturing operations by ensuring all quality requirements are met and that products are approved and released on time. This role is responsible for inspection activities, quality documentation, process control, and continuous improvement initiatives that support customer satisfaction and compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong quality background, experience with inspection methods and manufacturing processes, and a thorough understanding of quality systems and documentation requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and monitor Statistical Process Control (SPC) data collection activities.
• Release jobs for production prior to manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and customer quality requirements, procedures, and specifications.
• Prepare First Article Inspection (FAI) packages in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Develop and maintain Quality Inspection Plans.
• Create and support PFMEAs, Control Plans, Process Flow Charts, and APQP documentation.
• Track and maintain PPAP requirements.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities using 8D methodology.
• Train and mentor Quality Inspectors on proper inspection techniques and quality procedures.
• Follow router instructions and manufacturing requirements.
• Perform First Piece, In-Process, and Final Inspections using CMM and layout inspection methods.
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation to support product acceptance and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Quality Technician experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawing interpretation and common drafting standards.
• Knowledge of quality inspection methods, measurement techniques, and inspection equipment.
• Understanding of basic Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with SPC, FAI, PPAP, APQP, PFMEA, and Control Plans preferred.
• Experience using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of quality management systems and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to interpret customer specifications, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of statistical methods and process control techniques.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes.

Communication Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, safety procedures, and work instructions.
• Strong written communication skills for reports and documentation.
• Effective verbal communication skills with employees, customers, and cross-functional teams.

Problem Solving & Analytical Skills

• Ability to identify quality concerns and implement effective solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, geometry, trigonometry, and statistical concepts to quality inspection and process control activities.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, sit, reach, and use hands to handle materials and inspection equipment.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required.

Vision Requirements

• Ability to meet visual acuity requirements necessary for inspection activities.
• Must be able to distinguish and differentiate colors used in inspection and quality processes.
• Color perception testing is required.
• Equivalent vision certifications from a licensed optometrist or ophthalmologist may be accepted.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to moving mechanical equipment.
• Occasional exposure to fumes and airborne particles.
• Moderate noise levels typical of manufacturing and production facilities.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented quality professional who enjoys working in a manufacturing environment and making a direct impact on product quality, process improvement, and customer satisfaction. If you're passionate about quality, continuous improvement, and precision manufacturing, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team committed to excellence, innovation, and delivering quality products to our customers.

\nCompany Description

Baker Hill Industries, Inc. is a leading supplier of precision machined components to the aerospace, defense and commercial industries.

Company Description

Baker Hill Industries, Inc. is a leading supplier of precision machined components to the aerospace, defense and commercial industries.