Quality Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Quality Technician

Job Description

The Quality Technician performs advanced quality assurance functions to support manufacturing operations, new product launches, and customer requirements. This role focuses on precision inspection, PPAP support, ISO activities, advanced CMM and fixture inspection, and effective problem resolution. The Quality Technician leads problem‑solving efforts, drives advanced data collection, and takes ownership of quality performance for assigned product lines while collaborating closely with production teams and occasionally interacting with customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced quality inspections on parts, assemblies, and fixtures using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
• Interpret engineering drawings, including weld symbols and GD&T, to verify dimensions, tolerances, and specifications.
• Conduct visual inspections and quality checks throughout the production process to ensure products meet internal and customer standards.
• Support PPAP submissions and customer approval activities by collecting, organizing, and validating required quality documentation and data.
• Operate coordinate measuring machines (CMM) to inspect complex parts, assemblies, or fixtures, when applicable.
• Participate in and often lead quality problem‑solving activities, using data and root cause analysis to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support new product launches by establishing inspection methods, documenting quality requirements, and validating initial production runs.
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing floor personnel, answering operator questions and providing guidance on inspection methods and quality standards.
• Perform advanced data collection and analysis on quality performance for assigned product lines and communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist with ISO‑related activities, including maintaining documentation, supporting audits, and helping ensure ongoing compliance with quality system requirements.
• Maintain inspection equipment in good working condition and ensure calibration and proper use of precision tools.
• Document inspection results clearly and accurately, and escalate nonconformances according to established procedures.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing product quality, reducing defects, and improving inspection processes.

Essential Skills

• 3–5 years of hands‑on inspection experience using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
• At least 3 years of print reading experience, including basic to mid‑complexity drawings, weld symbols, and GD&T, with the ability to accurately determine and calculate measurements and tolerances.
• Strong shop math proficiency, including metric and standard unit conversions, fractions to decimals, tolerance calculations, and basic trigonometry.
• High school diploma or equivalent combined with formal quality control training or substantial on‑the‑job quality experience.
• Manufacturing with direct exposure to production environments and quality inspection activities.
• Ability to successfully pass a setup and inspection test to demonstrate practical quality and measurement skills.
• Hands‑on experience working with manufacturing floor teams and answering operator questions related to quality and inspection.
• Proficiency in quality assurance, quality control, and quality inspection practices, including visual inspection and use of precision tools.
• Strong blueprint reading skills with emphasis on understanding weld symbols and GD&T.
• Ability to perform accurate measurements, record results, and follow established quality procedures consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting PPAP submissions and customer approval processes.
• Experience operating CMM equipment for complex part, assembly, or fixture inspection.
• Familiarity with ISO requirements, audits, and certification processes.
• Prior involvement in new product launches, including establishing inspection plans and supporting initial production quality.
• Experience leading or actively participating in quality‑focused problem‑solving activities.
• Experience in product quality, including monitoring and improving quality performance metrics.
• Formal QC training through school, technical programs, or structured on‑the‑job training.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to inspection and documentation.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with production teams and supporting customer‑related quality activities.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing and production environment with frequent interaction on the shop floor. The Quality Technician regularly uses precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, height gauges, and other inspection equipment, and may use CMM systems for complex inspections. The position involves close collaboration with machine operators, production personnel, and other quality team members to address day‑to‑day quality concerns. Work typically follows standard manufacturing shifts, with periods of focused inspection work, data collection, and documentation at inspection stations or quality labs. The environment emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to established quality procedures, with appropriate work attire suitable for a hands‑on manufacturing setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.