Quality Technician - 1st Shift

Description OKSI is seeking a Quality Technician I to provide ongoing production floor quality coverage as part of our AS9100D compliance activities, QMS modernization, and preparation for a second facility. This is a hands-on, full-time role for someone who wants to build a career in aerospace and defense quality, combining daily floor inspection duties with growing ownership of quality system processes. You'll work directly with the Quality team to maintain floor-level quality coverage while supporting system-level quality improvement initiatives. What You'll Do Verify incoming parts and materials against purchase orders and acceptance criteria Physically count and reconcile inventory on the production floor Support manufacturing orders by pulling, verifying, and staging component kits Perform visual and dimensional checks at defined production milestones Own formatting, revision control, and review of quality procedures and work instructions Assist with physical counts and recordkeeping for customer-furnished and government-owned property Confirm outgoing product meets labeling, packaging, and shipping documentation requirements Conduct daily Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention walks and log findings in Odoo Track equipment calibration certificates and flag items coming due for recalibration Verify that supplier quality certifications on file are current and compliant Document nonconformances, enter records into Odoo, and drive disposition follow-up to closure Participate in internal quality audits and support corrective action follow-up Track and report floor-level quality metrics, including inspection throughput, NCR trends, and calibration compliance, to the Quality Manager Requirements Completion of an NDT, quality technology, or related technical program, or equivalent hands‑on inspection experience Basic understanding of inspection methods and measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges Comfortable working in a production/manufacturing environment, including standing, floor movement, and handling hardware Organised and detail‑oriented with reliable written recordkeeping habits Self‑motivated with a strong desire to learn Strong problem‑solving skills Dependable and punctual, able to maintain consistent daily routines Comfortable switching between physical floor tasks and administrative documentation work Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with AS9100D, ISO 9001, or other quality management system standards Prior experience with ERP or QMS software; Odoo experience is a plus Exposure to government property management or FAR/DFARS compliance Background in finite element analysis (FEA), optomechanical design, thermal management, or lightweight structures Work Environment and Schedule Onsite, full time position Manufacturing and lab environment 1st Shift: 0600 - 1430 Pay and Benefits Hourly pay range: $24.00 - $28.00 Medical, dental, and vision employee coverage fully paid by the employer Three weeks of vacation to start Automatic company contribution to 401K, 5% of earned wages, no matching required Educational assistance and professional development opportunities Additional Requirements US Person status is required. Candidates with an active security clearance or the ability to obtain one are preferred. Work will be performed on government and defense programs. ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government export control regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. This employer participates in E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr