Quality Control Technician

JGA Space & Defense - JGMS LLC•Huntersville, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Control Technician independently performs dimensional inspection and quality-control activities for incoming, in-process, and completed products. The role requires proficiency with CMM operation, precision measurement equipment, engineering drawings, inspection documentation, and identification of nonconforming conditions. The technician performs receiving, in-process, and final inspections; operates CMM equipment using established inspection programs; interprets measurement results, drawings, specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and GD&T requirements; and selects appropriate precision measurement equipment. The role also includes verifying products and materials against applicable requirements, maintaining accurate and traceable inspection records, compiling quality documentation packages, communicating nonconformances, supporting discrepancy resolution, assisting with technician training, and contributing to continuous improvement. The position is based in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, composite materials, dust, adhesives, solvents, and curing equipment. PPE is required, including safety glasses, gloves, respirators as required, and hearing protection. Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production schedules and customer demand.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Typically 2–5 years of quality inspection or related precision manufacturing experience.
Demonstrated proficiency operating CMM equipment.
Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
Working knowledge of GD&T.
Demonstrated proficiency with precision hand measuring equipment.
Experience performing receiving, in-process, and final inspections.
Strong documentation and recordkeeping skills.
Ability to independently identify and communicate nonconforming conditions.
Experience working within a controlled Quality Management System.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree, certificate, or equivalent training.
Aerospace and defense manufacturing experience.
AS9100 experience.
Advanced GD&T knowledge.
NDT experience or certification.

Responsibilities

Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured and purchased components.
Set up and operate CMM equipment using established inspection programs and appropriate fixturing and setup techniques.
Review and interpret CMM measurement data and identify results outside specified tolerances.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and applicable GD&T requirements.
Select and properly use precision measurement equipment appropriate to the feature and tolerance being inspected.
Perform dimensional inspections using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, indicators, and other inspection equipment.
Record, review, and maintain accurate inspection and measurement results.
Verify incoming material and product against purchase orders, drawings, specifications, certifications, and applicable quality requirements.
Conduct final inspections to verify products meet drawing, specification, documentation, and customer requirements before release.
Compile and review quality documentation packages for completeness, accuracy, and traceability.
Identify and document nonconforming products or inspection results and communicate findings to appropriate personnel.
Support investigation and resolution of inspection discrepancies.
Maintain inspection records and traceability in accordance with JGA's Quality Management System.
Assist in training developing Quality Control Technicians on measurement techniques, inspection practices, and documentation requirements.
Support continuous improvement activities related to inspection processes, measurement methods, and documentation.