What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician position at Connector Castings?
Position Summary
The Quality Technician supports product and process quality by conducting inspections, performing tests, documenting results, and helping resolve quality issues. This role works closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to ensure products meet company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect incoming materials, work-in-process, and finished products using drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Perform dimensional and visual inspections using tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other test equipment.
- Record inspection and test results accurately in quality systems, reports, and production records.
- Identify, label, and segregate nonconforming materials or products.
- Create and maintain nonconformance reports and assist with corrective and preventive actions.
- Support root-cause investigations using structured problem-solving methods.
- Monitor production processes and communicate quality concerns promptly.
- Assist with first-article, in-process, final, and receiving inspections.
- Verify that measuring equipment is calibrated and handled correctly.
- Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
- Help maintain work instructions, inspection plans, control plans, and quality procedures.
- Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives focused on reducing defects, scrap, and rework.
- Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping requirements.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certificate or associate degree preferred.
- Previous experience in quality inspection, manufacturing, production, or a related environment preferred.
- Ability to read technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Working knowledge of inspection tools and measurement techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and data-entry systems.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.
- Willingness to learn applicable quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with ISO 9001 or another quality management system.
- Familiarity with statistical process control, sampling plans, and basic quality tools.
- Understanding of root-cause analysis, 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams, and corrective actions.
- Experience using coordinate measuring machines or other automated inspection equipment.
- Knowledge of ERP, manufacturing execution, or quality management software.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds, with reasonable accommodation when applicable.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and use required personal protective equipment.
- Sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform detailed inspections and operate measurement equipment.
To apply, please email your resume to esammons@connectorcastings.com
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person