What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician II position at GM Performance Power Units?
GM Performance Power Units – Concord, NC
Title: Quality Technician II
Department: Quality
Reports to: Quality Engineering Lead
Job Summary
The Quality Technician II will lead advanced dimensional inspection activities using tactile (CMM) and optical (non-contact) systems, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely measurement data for production and R&D components. In addition to running inspections, this role includes developing and optimizing programs, creating inspection strategies, and mentoring junior technicians. The position requires a strong technical foundation in metrology and the ability to influence inspection best practices in a fast-paced motorsport environment.
Key Responsibilities
You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and performance of a next-generation Formula 1 power unit. Our culture rewards precision, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of performance.
Please note: GM Performance Power Units and all affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity employer(s). Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf.
Only direct hires need apply to or inquire about job postings at GM Performance Power Units. We are not accepting calls, resumes or applications from recruiting firms at this time.
Title: Quality Technician II
Department: Quality
Reports to: Quality Engineering Lead
Job Summary
The Quality Technician II will lead advanced dimensional inspection activities using tactile (CMM) and optical (non-contact) systems, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely measurement data for production and R&D components. In addition to running inspections, this role includes developing and optimizing programs, creating inspection strategies, and mentoring junior technicians. The position requires a strong technical foundation in metrology and the ability to influence inspection best practices in a fast-paced motorsport environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and execute complex inspections using CMMs, structured light scanners, laser systems, and other metrology tools.
- Develop, optimize, and validate CMM and optical inspection programs from CAD models and drawings.
- Interpret complex GD&T requirements and advise engineering teams on measurement feasibility and results.
- Lead investigations of dimensional nonconformances and provide data-driven input to root cause analysis.
- Train, mentor, and support junior technicians in equipment use, inspection methods, and reporting.
- Collaborate with Quality Engineers to improve inspection strategies, fixtures, and measurement workflows.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within metrology, driving advancements in accuracy, efficiency, and repeatability.
- Ensure inspection activities comply with internal QMS, and FIA technical regulations.
- Apprenticeship, technical diploma, or equivalent with significant hands-on experience in metrology or quality inspection.
- Strong practical experience with tactile CMMs and optical systems (structured light, laser scanning, or vision).
- Proficiency with CMM or optical scanning software (e.g., Zeiss Calypso or equivalent).
- Advanced knowledge of GD&T and the ability to work with complex aerospace/automotive drawings.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
- Motorsport, aerospace, or medical device industry experience.
- Familiarity with ERP/QMS integration (e.g., IFS).
- Experience in fixture design, process development, or inspection automation.
You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and performance of a next-generation Formula 1 power unit. Our culture rewards precision, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of performance.
Please note: GM Performance Power Units and all affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity employer(s). Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf.
Only direct hires need apply to or inquire about job postings at GM Performance Power Units. We are not accepting calls, resumes or applications from recruiting firms at this time.