Job Title: Quality Technician Location: Polkton, NC Department: Quality Assurance Reports To: Quality Manager / Assistant Quality Manager Employment Type: Full-Time Position Overview The Quality Technician is responsible for inspecting and evaluating manufactured metal components to ensure they meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and company quality standards. This position involves performing dimensional inspections, interpreting technical drawings, using precision measuring equipment, and documenting inspection results throughout the manufacturing process. The Quality Technician works closely with production, engineering, and quality personnel to identify defects, address quality concerns, and maintain consistent product standards. This role requires strong attention to detail, technical aptitude, and a commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement. By identifying potential quality issues, maintaining accurate inspection records, and supporting quality control procedures, the Quality Technician plays an essential role in reducing defects, improving manufacturing efficiency, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured metal components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings and quality standards.
- Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work orders, and customer specifications to determine inspection requirements.
- Use precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, tape measures, gauges, and other inspection equipment, to verify part dimensions and tolerances.
- Inspect welded, fabricated, machined, and finished metal components for dimensional accuracy, workmanship, and visible defects.
- Document inspection results, measurements, defects, and nonconforming materials accurately.
- Identify and report quality concerns, product defects, and specification discrepancies to the Quality Manager and appropriate production personnel.
- Assist with the identification, documentation, and control of nonconforming products to prevent incorrect materials or components from moving through production.
- Collaborate with production supervisors, work leads, and engineering personnel to investigate quality concerns and resolve manufacturing issues.
- Support corrective and preventive action activities by collecting inspection data and assisting with root cause investigations.
- Maintain accurate quality records, inspection reports, and documentation in accordance with company procedures and ISO 9001 standards.
- Verify that required inspections are completed before products move to subsequent production processes or shipment.
- Assist with the calibration, verification, and proper handling of measuring and inspection equipment.
- Monitor production processes and identify opportunities to improve product quality and reduce rework.
- Support internal quality audits, 5S practices, and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Communicate inspection results, quality concerns, and process improvement opportunities clearly to supervisors and team members.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or an associate degree in Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
- Previous experience in quality inspection, quality control, or a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Ability to accurately read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
- Proficiency in using precision measuring tools, including calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and gauges.
- Strong understanding of dimensional measurements, tolerances, and inspection procedures.
- Familiarity with metal fabrication processes, welding, machining, and manufacturing quality standards.
- Basic knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems and quality control procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects, dimensional inconsistencies, and workmanship concerns.
- Ability to accurately document inspection results and maintain organized quality records.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with production and engineering teams.
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
- Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform inspection tasks throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to maintaining quality and safety standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a metal fabrication or industrial manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards, inspection documentation, and nonconformance reporting.
- Experience using advanced measuring equipment, including height gauges, surface plates, or coordinate measuring machines (CMM).
- Previous experience inspecting welded assemblies, machined components, and finished metal products.
Key Skills Strong attention to detail, blueprint reading, and precision measuring skills are essential for inspecting manufactured components and ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and customer requirements. Knowledge of metal fabrication processes, dimensional tolerances, and quality control procedures allows the Quality Technician to identify defects and maintain consistent product standards. Accurate documentation, problem-solving, and analytical abilities support effective quality reporting, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. Effective communication and teamwork are critical for coordinating with production, engineering, and quality personnel to resolve quality concerns. These skills contribute to reduced defects, improved manufacturing efficiency, and the delivery of high-quality products. Additional Note This position is not limited to the duties listed above. The supervisor may assign additional tasks as needed to support quality assurance operations, manufacturing processes, and organizational requirements.