Quality Technician

Who we are:

We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G.

We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based “mine-to-magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.

What you can expect:

At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:

Build Solutions: If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.

Deliver Quality: When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.

Lead responsibly: We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.

Win Together: Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking – and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.

Job Summary:

The Quality Technician is responsible for supporting daily Quality System operations including oversight of Receiving, In-Process and Final Inspections. Owning or supporting the Quality related Lab functions and inspections. Supporting Quality Leadership with new product launches as directed. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the integrity of the Quality System.

Key Responsibilities:

- Participating in the corrective actions process.

- Performing Receiving, In-process and Final Inspections.

- Supporting the calibration of Quality and R&D Lab equipment.

- Supporting Internal Audits per schedule and direction.

- Contributing to the generation of standard work instructions.

- Become the subject matter expert for inspection devices and teaching others.

- On-site support at the customer if required. (Travel may be necessary)

- Follow all company safety policies, mandatory PPE requirements, and operational guidelines.

- Participate in 5S, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement initiatives.

- Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- 1-3 years of hands-on Quality experience in a manufacturing environment.

- Understanding of product prints and tolerances. GD&T a plus.

- Skilled at performing Dimensional Inspections when needed.

- Willing to be trained as an Internal Auditor.

- Ability to understand and follow process Control Plans.

- Ability to train others if needed.

- Capable of supporting the Corrective Action process.

- Basic computer skills (ERP systems, Excel, data entry).

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and perform frequent standing, walking, and bending.

- Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial production workflows preferred.

- Exposure to 5S and continuous improvement practices is a plus.

Work Environment:

- Manufacturing plant setting with varying temperatures and noise levels.

- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.

- Mandatory PPE required per facility policy.

The work environment will be a mix of a typical warehouse environment, a manufacturing floor and a construction site. Noise level: Normal warehouse, manufacturing and construction noises.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate reporting structure.

USA Rare Earth proudly supports Equal Employment Opportunities

USA Rare Earth's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and will provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

For assistance applying for employment through this site due to disability, please contact Human Resources, hr@usare.com, to discuss reasonable accommodations.