Quality Technician

The Quality Technician is responsible for supporting quality, process control, calibration, RCCA, and continuous improvement activities across Element’s NDT operations. This position will provide hands‑on technical and quality support to MPI, FPI, Etch, and IUT departments.

A key responsibility of this position will be supporting the Etch department’s chemical processing systems by performing solution analysis, making required chemical/solution additions, monitoring process conditions, and troubleshooting chemistry-related issues to maintain stable operations and minimize production interruptions.

The Quality Technician will also support calibration activities, root cause investigations, corrective actions, process audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position will work closely with Operations, Quality, and technical personnel to identify process improvements, maintain compliance with customer and internal requirements, and ensure consistent product quality.

Training will be provided on Element’s specific chemical processing systems, analytical methods, quality procedures, and applicable processes. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong working knowledge of the facility’s NDT and chemical processing operations and become a key technical resource for the organization.

Salary: $28- $30/hr DOE

• Quality & Process Control – Support quality and process control activities across MPI, FPI, Etch, and IUT; identify and address process deviations and quality concerns.
• Calibration & Equipment Control – Perform and coordinate calibration, verification, and documentation of inspection and process equipment; support investigations involving out‑of‑calibration equipment.
• RCCA & Problem Solving – Participate in RCCA, nonconformance investigations, and corrective actions; identify root causes and verify effectiveness of solutions.
• Etch Process Support – Perform solution analysis, chemical additions, and process monitoring to maintain proper chemistry and keep Etch operations running within established requirements.
• Continuous Improvement – Identify and implement opportunities to improve quality, process stability, productivity, and compliance across supported departments.
• Training & Compliance – Train and support employees on quality and process requirements; assist with audits, documentation, customer requirements, and applicable safety and regulatory standards.

• Quality & Problem Solving – Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate issues, determine root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Technical Aptitude – Ability to understand and troubleshoot inspection equipment, chemical processing systems, and technical processes.
• Chemical Process Knowledge – Ability to learn and perform solution analysis and chemical additions while following established procedures and safety requirements.
• Calibration & Documentation – Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately perform, document, and maintain calibration and quality records.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset – Ability to identify process inefficiencies, analyze trends, and implement practical improvements.
• Communication & Teamwork – Ability to work effectively with Quality, Operations, Engineering, and leadership while training and supporting personnel across multiple departments.

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