Westaff is Hiring for a Quality Assurance Technician in Enfield, CT!

Flexible Shift: 8am - 6:30pm or 7am - 5:30pm

Pay Rate: $23 - 425 an hour, depending on experience

This full-time role supports daily quality operations in a commercial heat-treating environment. Overtime may be required based on production needs.

Quality Assurance Technician Responsibilities

• Identify and distinguish customer parts accurately throughout all stages of processing.

• Prepare samples and operate hardness testing equipment, including Rockwell and microhardness testers, as well as perform microstructure evaluations.

• Conduct routine quality tests such as dew point checks, system accuracy tests, and temperature uniformity surveys.

• Learn and follow the company’s quality management system, including ISO 9001:2015, CQI-9, and AMS 2750 standards.

• Participate in internal quality audits and support continuous improvement efforts.

• Maintain proper part identification and organization to prevent mixing or loss of traceability.

• Inspect incoming and outgoing parts to verify compliance with customer specifications.

• Support smooth product flow by following established procedures and completing assigned tasks accurately.

• Report significant manufacturing or quality issues to the Heat Treat Supervisor or Operations Manager.

• Ensure all required supplies and materials are available for daily operations.

• Record and maintain all quality measurements, documentation, and reports.

• Perform nonconformance investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective action documentation in a timely manner.

• Sample parts during assembly to confirm they meet customer requirements.

• Maintain a clean, organized lab environment and ensure all parts are properly labeled.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

Quality Assurance Technician Minimum Requirements

• At least three months of work experience, preferably in manufacturing.

• Strong communication skills for interacting with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.

• Ability to read and understand work instructions, customer orders, and technical drawings.

• Willingness to work overtime and weekends when needed.

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

• Attendance at job-related training sessions as required.

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and work in high-temperature environments.

• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements.

• Reliable attendance and readiness to begin work at the start of each shift.

• Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation.

Quality Assurance Technician Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in heat treating or metal finishing.

• Two years of manufacturing experience.

• Background in quality or inspection work.

• Prior assembly and inspection experience.

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