Quality Control Technician II Job Washougal area,Washington USA,Quality Assurance

Job Title: Quality Control Technician II |
Department: Quality |
Reports to: Quality Manager |
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

United Precision Corporation is a dynamic, rapidly evolving team that welcomes team members for their unique skills, talents, and experience. Our rapid growth provides excellent ongoing opportunities for professional development and learning new skills. By staying hyper-focused on quality and adaptability throughout the company, our customers have come to rely upon us for high-demand, high-precision aerospace and defense products.

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Quality Control Technician II, you will safeguard precision and compliance. Your expertise will ensure that complex, high-tolerance aerospace and defense components meet the most rigorous standards. Beyond inspection, you’ll mentor and train the next generation of technicians, passing on the skills and discipline that keep our products mission-ready and our reputation unmatched.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform advanced dimensional inspections on complex aerospace and defense components using precision measurement tools (CMM, height gauges, micrometers, optical comparators, etc.).
Interpret and apply Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to verify conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
Read and analyze complex blueprints, CAD models, and technical documentation to determine inspection requirements.
Train and mentor new Quality Control Technicians, providing hands‑on guidance in inspection techniques, measurement equipment, and quality processes.
Document inspection results in accordance with AS9100 and defense industry standards, ensuring traceability and compliance.
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve nonconformances and recommend corrective actions.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inspection efficiency and accuracy.
Support responsibilities of the Quality Control Technician I, Quality Inspectors, and Quality Engineers

WHAT YOU BRING TO UPC:
Required

High school diploma or GED required with 2-5 years of experience in the manufacturing, quality, metrology, or engineering industry.
Ability to work constructively with others, demonstrated dependability, effective verbal and written communication skills, heightened attention to detail and ability to follow through, and commitment to team & collaboration.
Experience with operating and programming CMMs and precision measurement tools
Obtain a Certified Quality Technician certificate within 180 days of hire.

Preferred

Certified Quality Technician
Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T.
Intermediate knowledge of metrology/gaging.
Intermediate knowledge of quality tools and lab equipment.
Intermediate understanding of problem-solving tools (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone Analysis, etc.).
Basic knowledge of Quality Control Stamping processes.
Beginner knowledge of auditing (AS9100, ISO
9001, Internal)

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to remain stationary 80% of the time.
Must be able to occasionally move about inside a warehouse and office to access files, office/warehouse machinery, etc.
Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information.
Must operate office productivity equipment including computers, copy machines, and printers.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed on-site in an office/warehouse environment with frequent interruptions and schedule variances based on business needs. No special coordination beyond normal mobility, handling of everyday objects and materials, and use of office equipment is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily.

Drug-Free Workplace:

UPC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

This position is expected to be onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location BENEFITS:

401K
Paid Holidays
Vacation Time

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment, and pre-employment drug screening is required. Additionally, we are an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) compliant facility; as such, access to our facility (and employment) is restricted under ITAR regulations. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must provide information to determine their eligibility under ITAR requirements.

ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., ‘Green Card…