What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician position at Rhino Tool House?
About Rhino Tool House:
Our mission is to identify and deliver the world's most innovative industrial solutions. We provide superior service, local expertise, and a high degree of responsiveness to empower our customers to be more productive, build a better-quality product, and maintain a safe environment for their workers.
Job Description:
The Quality Technician is responsible for performing inspections, tests, and audits to ensure products and processes meet established quality standards. This role works closely with production, engineering, and operations teams to identify nonconformities, assist in root cause analysis, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
· Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections on parts, assemblies, and finished products.
· Verify products meet specifications by using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.).
· Document inspection results, maintain quality records, and prepare reports.
· Assist in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action activities.
· Support calibration and maintenance of inspection tools and equipment.
· Ensure compliance with company procedures, ISO standards, and customer requirements.
· Collaborate with production teams to resolve quality issues in a timely manner.
· Participate in continuous improvement, 5S, and lean manufacturing initiatives.
· Escalate quality concerns and recommend improvements to reduce defects and scrap.
Qualifications:
· High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
· 1–3 years of experience in quality inspection or quality assurance within manufacturing or industrial environments.
· Knowledge of ISO standards, quality systems, and inspection processes.
· Proficient in using measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.).
· Basic understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
· Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with ERP/QMS software a plus.
· Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Physical Requirements:
· Ability to stand, walk, bend, sit, and lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
· Comfortable operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
· Work in a manufacturing / warehouse environment with varying temperatures and noise levels.
· Overtime varies depending on the needs of the business