Quality Technician

Quality Technician

The Quality Technician ensures that all components and finished products meet customer, internal, and industry specifications by performing detailed inspections, non-destructive testing, and calibration activities. This role supports the manufacturing process by verifying that processes and procedures are followed, identifying quality issues, and collaborating with production and suppliers to drive continuous improvement in product quality and consistency.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform regular quality assessments on all incoming materials from vendors and outgoing products prior to shipment to ensure they meet all specified requirements.
• Reject products and materials that do not meet quality expectations and document nonconformances in accordance with internal procedures.
• Measure product dimensions, examine functionality, and compare final products to engineering drawings, customer specifications, and industry standards.
• Ensure parts meet acceptance criteria through non-destructive testing (NDT) specifications and verify that all related processes and procedures are followed during manufacturing.
• Perform first piece, in-process, and final inspections as requested to support production and verify conformance at each stage.
• Use DMIS/Modus programming skills to develop and run CMM programs and support automated dimensional inspection.
• Calibrate and verify measuring instruments and inspection equipment, ensuring all tools remain within required tolerances and calibration schedules.
• Communicate quality control concerns and inspection findings to the production team to improve product excellence and prevent recurrence of defects.
• Resolve quality-related issues in a timely manner by investigating root causes and supporting corrective and preventive actions.
• Understand and apply control plan requirements throughout the inspection and manufacturing processes.
• Collect and format quality data, analyze recorded charts, and prepare summary analysis reports for leadership and relevant stakeholders.
• Organize and maintain quality documents, inspection records, and customer files to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Assist employees in proper measurement methods and the correct use of gauges and inspection equipment.
• Perform process capability studies and support PPAP/ISIR-related activities to validate new or modified processes and products.
• Assist employees and supervisors in accurately completing quality forms and documentation.
• Develop and maintain databases for various quality projects to track performance, trends, and improvement initiatives.
• Make recommendations for long-range quality system or process improvements based on inspection data and observed trends.
• Participate in vendor certification activities to help eliminate or reduce incoming inspection where appropriate and feasible.
• Act as an internal quality auditor by conducting audits, reviewing processes, and verifying adherence to quality system requirements.
• Coordinate quality system paperwork, including forms, checklists, and audit documentation, to support compliance and certification efforts.
• Prepare and write supplier correspondences regarding quality issues, expectations, and improvement requirements when applicable.

Essential skills include:

• 2–4 years of experience in manufacturing, with a strong foundation in basic math and a working knowledge of basic geometry.
• 2–4 years of quality assurance experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Direct experience working with metals in a manufacturing or inspection capacity.
• Experience with the manufacturing of bevel gears or similar precision mechanical components.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and customer specifications.
• Working knowledge of industry standards related to product quality and inspection.
• Hands-on experience using measuring instruments such as ID/OD micrometers, calipers, snap gauges, bore gauges, dial indicators, and tooth veneers.
• Experience operating coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), including both manual and CNC systems.
• CMM programming experience, including PC-DMIS and Modus programming skills.
• Ability to perform calibration of gauges and inspection equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Practical knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and its application in inspection activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• High school diploma or trade school education preferred, with coursework or training related to manufacturing, machining, or quality.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when performing measurements and recording data.
• Ability to analyze quality data, interpret charts, and summarize findings for management.

Additional skills and qualifications include:

• Metals experience is highly preferred, particularly in precision machining environments.
• Experience with Hofler gear inspection machines or similar gear inspection equipment.
• Experience in quality control and quality inspection in a production setting.
• Experience performing process capability studies and supporting PPAP/ISIR submissions.
• Familiarity with developing and maintaining databases for quality projects and performance tracking.
• Experience participating in vendor certification programs and supplier quality initiatives.
• Exposure to internal quality auditing and coordinating quality system documentation.
• Ability to assist and train colleagues on proper measurement methods and use of inspection tools.
• Comfort working around CNC machinery and understanding basic production workflows.
• Interest in ongoing learning, including leveraging tuition reimbursement opportunities for further technical or quality-related education.

Why work here?

You join a growing organization that offers a full benefits package and a retirement plan with employer contributions, supporting your long-term financial security. The company covers a significant portion of healthcare costs and offers affordable family dental coverage, helping you protect your health and your family's well-being. With a busy workload and new major automotive projects, you can expect stable work and opportunities to take on new challenges. As a smaller company, it provides a close-knit environment with substantial room for growth, allowing you to expand your skills and advance your career. Tuition reimbursement supports your professional development, making it easier to pursue additional training, certifications, or education while you work.

Work environment:

The role operates on a structured shift schedule with a first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and a second shift from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. You work within a team of four other Quality Technicians in a company of approximately 40 employees, offering a collaborative and supportive environment. The position is primarily office-based for documentation, data analysis, and reporting, but requires regular time on the production floor around CNC machinery and inspection equipment. You will work with a variety of precision measuring instruments, CMMs (manual and CNC), Hofler gear inspection machines, and standard office software tools. The environment combines hands-on inspection work with analytical and documentation responsibilities, providing a balance of technical, shop-floor, and office activities.

Job type and location:

This is a contract to hire position based out of Elmhurst, IL.

Pay and benefits:

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace type:

This is a fully onsite position in Elmhurst, IL.

Application deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.