Lead QA Technician

Job Description

Job Description

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking a Lead QA Technician to work at a premier manufacturing client in Canastota, NY. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Temp to Hire
Canastota, NY
Day Shift, Monday-Friday and Sunday, 8:00am-5:30pm
Pay Rate: $25–$27/hr

What’s a typical day as Lead QA Technician? You’ll be:

• Assisting Quality Management in coaching and monitoring department technicians.
• Performing critical inspections using precision measurement equipment (micrometers, height gauges, pin/thread gauges, etc.).
• Ensuring proper protocols and processes are followed throughout the organization.
• Creating and documenting inspection procedures and completing FAI inspections and nonconformance reports.
• Collecting and communicating inspection data to management and customers as needed.
• Collaborating across departments to maintain high-quality standards in production.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Are at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Have 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing quality assurance, control, or inspection (plastic injection or machined components preferred).
• Have previous lead, trainer, or supervisor experience (preferred).
• Possess strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems, inspection methods, and quality documentation.
• Can read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
• Have experience with CMM programming and precision measuring equipment.
• Are familiar with ISO 90001 or other quality standards.
• Are proficient in basic data entry using Excel.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, leadership abilities, and attention to detail.
• Are able to move through the production floor, stand for inspections, lift up to 50 lbs, and handle components with manual dexterity.
• Can commute reliably to Canastota, NY.

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be a Lead QA Technician today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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There are a lot of different light industrial jobs out there. Kelly® Professional & Industrial recruiters are focused on only offering opportunities with companies that provide competitive pay, safe work environments, and cultures that recognize your value. Whether you’re looking for flexible shifts, performance bonuses, or a progressive work culture-we’re dedicated to finding the very best opportunities for you.

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