Quality Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Quality Technician I

Location: Orange, CT

Shift: 1st Shift, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Pay Rate: $23.00/hour

Job Type: Temp-to-Perm

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Duration: Approximately 3 months with potential for permanent placement

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician I to perform quality inspections on manufactured products and incoming materials. The ideal candidate will have hands-on quality inspection experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to read blueprints and specifications.

This position is ideal for someone with 2–4 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing or production environment who is comfortable using basic inspection and measurement tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect manufactured products for dimensional accuracy, workmanship, finish, form, fit, and function according to blueprints and specifications.

• Perform in-process inspections to ensure products meet established quality requirements.

• Inspect incoming materials and verify certifications for compliance with specifications.

• Use calipers, micrometers, and other common inspection tools to perform dimensional measurements.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and quality documentation .

• Maintain accurate quality records and follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) .

• Review certification packages and release products for shipment through the ERP system.

• Enter and maintain quality information in the ERP system , including DMR/NCMR documentation when required.

• Maintain organized electronic quality and certification records.

• Ensure inspection activities are completed accurately and on schedule to support production and customer deliveries.

• Assist the Lead Inspector and Quality Department Manager with quality-related tasks and projects.

• Follow all applicable company quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 2–4 years of quality inspection experience strongly preferred.

• Hands-on experience using calipers, micrometers, and basic inspection equipment .

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications .

• Strong attention to detail and consistency.

• Experience working in a manufacturing or smaller production environment .

• Ability to accurately document inspection results and maintain quality records.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Visual Measuring Systems (VMS) .

• Experience with ERP systems and electronic quality documentation.

• Knowledge of manufacturing inspection techniques and quality standards.

• Experience performing incoming, in-process, and final inspections.

What We Offer

• $23.00/hour starting pay

• 1st shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Temp-to-perm opportunity based on performance

• Opportunity for increased compensation upon permanent placement

• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing quality environment