Technician

Job Title: Quality Technician

Location: Rockwood, TN

Status: Non-exempt, Hourly

Reports to: Quality Manager

Hours: Monday- Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm 

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Quality Technician is responsible for monitoring and verifying the quality of parts and processes in a manufacturing environment. This role involves inspecting parts, troubleshooting quality issues, supporting root cause analysis, and ensuring that all production outputs meet established specifications and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform in-process, first-piece, and final product inspections in accordance with company quality standards and procedures.
• Use measuring tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM, optical comparators) to validate part dimensions and tolerances.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and control plans.
• Document non-conformances and assist in corrective/preventive action processes.
• Maintain detailed inspection and test records in both digital and physical formats.
• Support internal audits and participate in external audits as needed.
• Assist in calibrating inspection and test equipment.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to address quality issues and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Perform basic testing and sampling procedures (mechanical, visual, or functional) as required by product type.
• Follow ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or other relevant quality system standards.

Requirements:

• Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of experience in manufacturing quality or technician role.
• Strong understanding of measurement systems and tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T.
• Familiarity with quality documentation (e.g., inspection reports, control plans, PPAP).
• Proficient in basic math and computer skills (MS Excel, quality software, ERP systems).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT), Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) or equivalent.
• Experience with CMM programming or operation.
• Knowledge of SPC, FMEA, 8D, or other quality tools/methodologies.
• Experience in a specific manufacturing sector (automotive, aerospace, plastics, electronics, etc.).