QA Technician

QA Technician Acton, MAThe Quality Technician is a hands-on role supporting the inspection, documentation, and quality assurance of medical devices during early-stage R&D builds. This position plays a critical role in ensuring product integrity and compliance by performing detailed inspections, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold quality standards throughout the development process. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, methodical, and committed to maintaining high standards in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Experience in regulated industries, especially medical devices, is highly valued.Conduct in-process and final inspections of small, intricate components and assemblies, validation of manufacturing equipment / processes, and setup of QA inspection and test processes. Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality documentation to ensure compliance Record inspection results, deviations, and observations with precision and clarity Maintain accurate and organized documentation in accordance with GMP and ISO 13485 standards Collaborate with engineers to identify and resolve quality issues, and perform root cause analysis and investigation activities Assist in the documenting non-conformances and contributing to root cause analysis and corrective actions Ensure adherence to cleanroom protocols and quality control procedures during all build activitiesEscalate quality concerns, deviations, and non-conformances Provide input on inspection criteria, documentation practices, and process improvementsStrong attention to detail and ability to perform precise inspections under magnification Familiarity with quality control principles and documentation practices in a regulated environment Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and inspection criteria Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain focus on repetitive tasks Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions and learn Familiarity with basic computer tools for data entry and documentation Experience working in a regulated manufacturing or R&D environment preferredHigh School Diploma or equivalent required Minimum 3 years of experience in a quality, manufacturing, or assembly tech/operator role Experience in medical device or cleanroom environments is a plusRole is based in Acton, MA and requires on-site presence 5 days per week. Cleanroom gowning and adherence to GMP/ISO standards may be required