Quality Technician I

Job Title: Quality Technician-Entry Level
Location: White River Junction
Department: Quality Assurance
Reports To: Lead Quality Technician
Job Type: Full Time Hourly

Position Summary:

We are seeking an entry level and dependable candidate to join our Quality Technician team. This position is ideally suited for candidates who recently graduated from a vocational or high-school technical program, as well those who are interested in starting a rewarding career in advanced manufacturing. No prior experience is necessary, only a willingness to learn and grow within our organization.

The Quality Technician-Entry Level is responsible for ensuring that products and materials meet quality standards through inspection, testing, and documentation. This role plays a critical part in maintaining customer satisfaction.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Learn to read, interpret, and apply technical drawings, blueprints, specifications, work instructions, and applicable quality standards.
• Learn to and perform dimensional inspections using CMMs, micrometers, calipers, height gages, optical comparators, profilometers, and other precision measuring equipment to verify product conformity.
• Learn to and identify non-conforming materials, products, and processes.
• Learn and assist with calibration and control of inspection and measurement equipment.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, as required.
• Communicate inspection results, quality concerns, and non-conformities clearly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe inspection work area.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and quality management system requirements.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Abilities:

• Ability to learn and apply company procedures and customer-specific requirements.
• Ability to work cooperatively with team members.
• Willingness and ability to learn new inspection equipment, software, processes, and quality requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive hand movements as required.
• Ability to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and comply with applicable safety requirements.

General Disclaimer

The compensation range posted represents the full salary range for the role. Actual pay will be determined based on a candidate’s experience, skills, and the position level ultimately offered.

Salary Description

$17.00/hr - $20.00/hr