Quality Technician - New Woodstock, IL Facility

Position Summary

Arnold Magnetic Technologies is seeking a

to join our Quality Control Department. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment, strong analytical skills, and a passion for maintaining high-quality standards. While prior industry experience is preferred, we are willing to train and develop the right individual.

- Perform in-process, final, and first-piece inspections to ensure product conformance to engineering specifications and blueprints.

- Conduct visual and dimensional inspections using precision instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and optical comparators.

- Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings, applying basic GD&T principles.

- Create and maintain inspection documentation including FAIRs, inspection reports, and quality records.

- Assist with conducting quality audits and in maintaining AS9100/ISO9001 quality systems.

- Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.

- Support root cause analysis, RMA/MRB reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

- Analyze inspection and test data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.

- Train operators on visual standards, deburring, and in-process inspection procedures.

- Maintain calibration records and ensure inspection equipment is in proper working condition.

- Participate in FMEA and capability (Cp/Cpk) or Gage R&R studies as required.

- Analyze magnetic material compliance to chemical and magnetic standards using XRF and hysteresis graph data.

- Perform other tasks as requested by management.

Qualifications

Education:

- High school diploma or GED required; technical or associate degree in manufacturing, engineering, or quality is a plus.

Experience

- Minimum 2 years of experience in quality assurance or inspection within a manufacturing environment.

- Background in machining, foundry, heat treat, or magnetic materials is a plus.

Required Skills

- Proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation (basic GD&T required).

- Strong understanding of measurement methods and metrology principles.

- Hands-on experience with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges, etc.).

- Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

- Strong math and geometry/trigonometry skills.

- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

- Experience with SPC, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods.

- Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 quality systems.

- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing concepts.

- Experience with Keyence IM systems and Net-Inspect portals.

- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality software tools.

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