Quality Control Technician

About the Company

GAFCO Industries, a division of All Current Electric, is growing fast, and as we scale, quality has to scale with us. We're looking for a Quality Control Technician who wants more than a checklist, someone ready to help build a quality program from the ground up. In this role, you'll be the last line of defense and the first line of improvement: inspecting raw materials, in-process components, and finished coated conduit at every stage of production, catching issues before they become costly returns, and working shoulder-to-shoulder with production, machining, and shipping teams to raise the bar on consistency. Every inspection you run and every process you help define becomes part of the foundation GAFCO's quality culture is built on.

What Success Looks Like:

• Reduction in customer returns and quality complaints.
• Accuracy and timeliness of inspection reports.
• Percentage of defects identified before shipment.
• Reduction in scrap and rework.
• Compliance with quality procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Incoming Quality Control (IQC)
• Inspect incoming materials, components, and machine parts from vendors and suppliers.
• Verify dimensions, appearance, and specifications against purchase orders, blueprints, and quality standards.
• Document and report any non-conforming materials.
• Coordinate with purchasing and supervisors regarding rejected materials.
• In-Process Quality Control (IPQC)
• Conduct routine inspections throughout the shop floor during production.
• Monitor machining, assembly, and fabrication processes to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Perform dimensional checks using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Identify defects and communicate corrective actions to production personnel.
• Verify that parts moving from one production stage to another meet quality standards.
• Outgoing Quality Control (OQC)
• Inspect finished parts and products prior to packaging and shipment.
• Confirm products meet customer requirements, appearance standards, and functional specifications.
• Ensure all parts are free of defects, damage, burrs, scratches, and cosmetic imperfections.
• Approve or reject products for shipment.
• Maintain inspection records and quality documentation.
• Documentation and Reporting
• Complete inspection reports, checklists, and non-conformance reports.
• Track quality trends and recurring issues.
• Assist in root cause investigations and corrective action processes.
• Maintain organized quality records in accordance with company procedures.
• Continuous Improvement
• Recommend improvements to reduce defects and increase production efficiency.
• Support quality initiatives and audits.
• Promote a culture of accountability and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or technical training in Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of quality control experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with all departments.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of ISO quality standards.
• Experience with non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.
• Familiarity with machining, fabrication, or industrial manufacturing processes.
• Ability to prioritize multiple inspections in a fast-paced environment.