Quality Assurance Technician III

Description

QUALITY ASSURANCE TECHNICIAN III

Position Title - Quality Assurance Technician III (2nd Shift)
Department - Quality
Reports To - Lead Quality
Type - Hourly / Non-Exempt

Position Overview
Senior-level, hands-on quality role responsible for ensuring machined parts and assemblies meet internal standards, customer specifications, and ISO/industry requirements. Acts as a subject matter expert in inspection, metrology, and root cause analysis while supporting continuous improvement and mentoring junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced dimensional inspections using CMM, optical comparators, height gauges, micrometers, and calipers

• Interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications

• Execute First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102 and customer requirements

• Develop and maintain inspection plans, control plans, and quality documentation

• Support PPAP submissions and customer qualification processes

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA, 8D, NCR, MRB)

• Assist with calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment

• Train and mentor junior QA technicians and production personnel

• Participate in ISO 9001 / AS9100 audits (internal & external)

• Partner with engineering and production to drive process improvements and prevent defects

• Ensure compliance with all company, customer, and regulatory requirements

Must Haves

• 5-7+ years of quality experience in precision machining or manufacturing

• Strong CMM experience (operation required; programming highly preferred)

• Advanced knowledge of GD&T and blueprint reading

• Experience performing FAI (AS9102), PPAP, and inspection planning

• Solid background in root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA, 8D, etc.)

• Experience working within ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 environments

• Strong understanding of SPC and quality data analysis

• Hands-on experience with metrology tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)

• Ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally

• Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice to Have

• CMM programming experience with PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, MCOSMOS, or similar

• Experience with Faro Arm, optical inspection, or surface roughness equipment

• Associate degree or technical certification in Quality, Manufacturing, or related field

• Experience leading or mentoring other QA technicians

• Background in aerospace or high-spec manufacturing environments

• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and quality software tools

• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives / cost reduction efforts

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Shop-floor environment with moderate noise and exposure to machinery

• Exposure to oils, cutting fluids, dust, and fumes

• Frequent standing, walking, and use of hands for inspection tasks

• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs

• Visual acuity required (close vision, depth perception, focus adjustment)

• Ability to communicate effectively in a production environment