Quality Technician
South Elgin, IL
full time
$41,600-$62,400About This Job
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced (minimum 1-2 years) Quality Technician to join our manufacturing team. We are a precision metal machine shop producing both automotive and hydraulic components. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in maintaining and improving our quality systems, ensuring products meet strict industry standards and regulatory requirements. This position offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic environment focused on quality assurance, control, and continuous improvement, supporting compliance with ISO 9001 and other quality standards. Salary will be based on experience and knowledge of the job.
Duties
- Conduct thorough quality inspections using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and vision inspection systems to verify product specifications.
- Perform quality audits to assess compliance with ISO 9001 regulations.
- Utilize coordinate measuring machines (CMM) for detailed dimensional analysis and verification of complex components.
- Collect and analyze data related to product quality, process performance, and defect trends to identify areas for improvement.
- Maintain accurate documentation of inspection results, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions in accordance with quality management protocols.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of quality systems to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in root cause analysis for quality issues and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Conduct regular inspections during manufacturing processes to ensure ongoing compliance with QA/QC standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, engineering, and regulatory compliance to uphold product integrity.
Skills
- Must be able to read and understand blueprints and knowledge of GD&T.
- Strong understanding of ISO 9001 standards.
- Experience operating measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and working with precision measuring instruments.
- Familiarity with advanced inspection equipment like coordinate measuring machines (CMM) and vision inspection systems.
- Knowledge of quality management principles including quality assurance, quality control, and conducting internal/external audits.
- Excellent analytical skills for data collection, interpretation, and problem-solving related to product quality.
- Ability to perform detailed inspections using various measurement techniques ensuring high accuracy and consistency.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail to maintain comprehensive records of inspections and audits. This role is vital in ensuring our products meet the highest quality standards while complying with all relevant industry regulations. The ideal candidate will be committed to excellence in quality assurance practices, possess strong technical skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment dedicated to continuous improvement.
- Knowledge of Production Part Approval Process(PPAP) and Statistical Process Control (SPC) would be a plus.