Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician (Eastlake, OH)

Quality Control (QC) Technician

Emerging from MIT, Poly6 is an exciting, innovative manufacturing company that specializes in the development and production of advanced additive manufacturing and ceramic components for aerospace turbo machinery. We deliver high-performance products that meet the rigorous demands of quality, durability, and precision required for next-generation turbine engines while helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

At Poly6, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team to solve problems in one of the world’s most complex engineering sectors: aviation.

• Weekly Pay for Hourly Employees
• Comprehensive Benefit Plans
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunity
• 401k with Company Match
• Emphasis on Employee Engagement
• Paid Holidays and Vacation Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunities for Advancement

As part of manufacturing process operations, the Quality Control Technician is responsible for hands‑on inspection of manufactured parts in a fast‑paced ceramics‑parts production environment. This role is responsible for identifying visual and dimensional defects using magnification tools and ensuring that all parts meet strict quality and compliance standards.

• Interpret and follow written work instructions, technical drawings, and SOPs to ensure product compliance with specifications.
• Identify nonconforming materials and elevate findings according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory or customer quality standards.
• Perform visual inspections using a magnifying glass or microscope for extended periods to detect surface, cosmetic, or structural defects in highly intricate and delicate ceramic parts.
• Accurately record and report defects into a MES (Manufacturing Execution System) system to ensure a high degree of data integrity.
• Communicate effectively with production, quality, and engineering teams to address quality issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying recurring defects or process gaps.
• Maintain adherence to 6S standards by ensuring quality inspection areas are clean, organized, and compliant with safety and operational procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by U.S. export control laws (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) to comply with applicable government regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
• Education: High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent certification/work experience in quality control/inspection role in a production environment.
• Experience: Minimum 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment in a quality control or inspection role, or other applicable industry related work experience preferred.
• Strong attention to visual detail, including the ability to perform inspections under magnification for prolonged periods on highly detailed parts or assemblies.
• High level of dexterity to work on detailed surfaces that require small hand movements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Proven ability or familiarity with SOPs, work instructions, and inspection documentation.

• Ability to speak, read, understand, and adhere to work instructions and standard operating procedures in English.
• Ability to engage closely with engineers to develop and execute experiments as requested.
• Experience in pharma, bio, med device, defense, or aerospace manufacturing or related experience with highly detailed quality inspection preferred.
• Ability to pass standard vision and hearing test as part of pre‑employment testing.
• Comfortable performing work in a manufacturing production area.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods using fine visual inspection tools with magnification.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety protocols is required.
• Ability to handle, adjust, and transport fragile manufactured parts regularly across the production floor.

• Working Environment: Manufacturing floor
• Required PPE: Check for required PPE in areas you may be working in

This is a full‑time position.