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Quality Technician

MillenniTEK
Knoxville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/6/2026

Seeking people who are interested in working first or second shift.

MillenniTEK is a trusted advanced ceramic materials manufacturer that provides products used to create safe and reliable energy for millions of people worldwide. With private equity backing by Pelican Energy Partners, we are a premier supplier providing safety-related ceramic solutions to global companies specializing in energy production. Since 2010, our experienced engineering, quality, and production teams have worked tirelessly to provide custom products of the highest NQA-1 quality on time and within budget. Our leadership team includes material scientists, quality experts, and ceramic engineers that focus on our customers' needs.

Job Title: Manufacturing Quality Technician

Position Summary

Entry-level Manufacturing Quality Technician responsible for performing in-process and final product inspections to ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory quality standards. This position supports manufacturing operations by conducting visual and dimensional inspections, utilizing precision measuring equipment, documenting inspection results, identifying nonconforming products, and collaborating with production teams to maintain product quality. And supports, cross-trained to inspect multiple product lines, follows environmental, health, and safety procedures, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.

Job DescriptionEssential Functions: and other duties as assigned

WORK SAFELY WITH SAFETY ALWAYS IN MIND

  • Perform in-process, final, and incoming inspections in accordance with established quality procedures and work instructions.
  • Utilize precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, gauges, height gauges, and other inspection tools.
  • Verify products meet engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
  • Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming materials and products.
  • Complete inspection reports, quality documentation, and production records accurately.
  • Support investigations of quality issues and assist with corrective and preventive actions.
  • Maintain inspection equipment and ensure proper handling and care of measuring devices.
  • Perform all duties and responsibilities with some supervision required.
  • Entry-level position for Manufacturing Quality.

Primary Responsibilities: and other duties as assigned

  • Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
  • Perform first article, in-process, final, and receiving inspections as required.
  • Review production documentation for completeness and accuracy.
  • Reject and properly document materials or products that do not meet specifications.
  • Communicate quality concerns with production, engineering, and quality personnel.
  • Assist in maintaining calibration records and inspection equipment.
  • Operate within quality procedures and environmental, health, and safety requirements.
  • Handle materials and various chemicals, safely.
  • Complete quality logs, inspection forms, and electronic documentation.
  • Maintain a clean and organized inspection area.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

  • Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.
  • Manual dexterity required for operating inspection equipment and computers.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions preferred.
  • Ability to accurately use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other quality inspection tools.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds required.
  • Previous manufacturing or quality experience is not required; however, 1–3 years of manufacturing, inspection, or quality assurance experience is preferred.

Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Work involves lifting materials and products up to 50 pounds. Inspection activities may require standing for extended periods and working near manufacturing equipment. Chemical handling requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including but not limited to safety glasses/goggles, hearing protection, gloves, and respirators. Loose-fitting clothing, jewelry, and open-toe shoes are not permitted.

This list is not exhaustive and may be modified at the sole discretion of MillenniTEK at any time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities; please contact our HR team at 865-966-2170 if you need assistance during the application process.

Work Location: In person

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