Quality Control Technician II

Porvair Filtration Group is an innovative, rapidly growing, global leader in the development and supply of materials and products for applications in filtration and separation.

We are always looking to employ talented people across a diverse range of disciplines directly associated with the design and manufacture of filtration and separation equipment, as well as essential professionals to support the business.

Here at Porvair you can expect a career full of challenges, responsibilities and rewards, within a company dedicated to working together to provide the best solutions for our customers. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced professional, we are committed to investing in you to enable you to reach your full potential.

We are currently hiring for a Quality Control Technician II at our Caribou, Maine location. This position will inspect finished goods, incoming and outgoing parts, incoming hardware, and raw materials to ensure specifications are met. A Quality Technician II will assist with parts cleaning and passivation as needed. A key responsibility of this role will be to perform advanced quality inspections and tests on products at various stages of production.

Duties / Responsibilities 

• Understand and interpret AutoCAD drawings.
• Conduct routine inspections of raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods.
• Perform basic tests and measurements using standard laboratory equipment and tools.
• Ensureequipment calibrations are up to date and documented correctly.
• Document inspection results by completing reports and logs and inputting data into quality databases and inspection forms; to be updated to Unipoint and future disclosed date.
• Assist in the identification and reporting of quality issues or defects to the Quality Manager.
• Perform and recordincoming inspections and tests.
• Collaborate with the shipping department to ensurerequired documentation(i.e.the Certificateof Conformity, Declaration of Conformity,and/orInspection Reports)is completed for shipments as necessary
• Support the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
• Performinspections, training, and maintenance on in-house precision measurementsystemsi.e., Keyence, Micro-Vu, etc.
• Analyze inspection data toidentifytrends and areas for improvement;assistin developing and updating quality control procedures and training new technicians.
• Report out-of-specification findings to the Quality Manager or appropriate party.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) protocol and safety regulations.
• Lead small teams in conducting quality checks and ensure proper documentation of findings.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in internal audits and support external audits when needed.
• This position may include all responsibilities of lower-level classification(s)—i.e. Quality Technician I—as well as other relevant duties as assigned by senior management.
• Other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications / Training Required

• High School diploma or equivalent; technical training and quality assurance experience preferred
• 2 years of experience in a quality control or manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in using inspection tools and equipment (e.g. calipers, micrometers)
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and familiarity with industry standards (e.g. ISO 9001)
• Ability to work under pressure to deliver assigned tasks
• Ability to follow and understand ISO requirements

Work Environment: Manufacturing/warehouse sites: may have limited exposure to machinery, temperature variations, and chemicals and materials that require PPE/safety gear; Office environment, occasionally. 

Physical Demands: Physical ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods, utilize manual dexterity, (repetitive) lifting of up to 25 - 50 pounds, and visual acuity.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package with a 401k match, as well as a safe and clean working environment. Come and join our great team!