Description Position Summary: The Quality Control (QC) Technician plays a critical role in ensuring that transit buses meet internal specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. This position performs in-process and final inspections throughout the production line, identifies nonconformities, and works closely with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and improve manufacturing processes. --- Key Responsibilities: Perform inspections of incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and completed buses to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, work instructions, and customer specifications. Document findings in inspection reports and maintain accurate records in accordance with company quality standards and ISO requirements. Conduct dimensional checks, functional tests, and visual inspections using gauges, tools, and other test equipment. Identify and isolate non-conforming materials or products; initiate non-conformance reports (NCRs) and support root cause analysis. Collaborate with production teams to resolve issues and ensure timely corrective actions. Support First Article Inspections (FAI), final inspections, and customer source inspections as required. Assist in audits and quality improvement initiatives to maintain and enhance the quality system. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and promote a culture of continuous improvement. --- ### Requirements Qualifications: Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred. 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality control or inspection role; experience in vehicle assembly, aerospace, or heavy equipment a plus. Skills & Competencies: Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications. Proficiency in using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, multimeters, and inspection gauges. Familiarity with ISO 9001, quality assurance procedures, and continuous improvement methodologies. Good written and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented, analytical, and organized. --- Working Conditions: Fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment with frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 30 pounds. May involve work in varied temperatures and around moving vehicles or equipment.