Quality Control Technician
About The Position
This is a hands-on quality inspection role at a well-established metal fabrication operation in Nashville. The technician verifies that fabricated parts and assemblies meet customer drawings, dimensions, specifications, and production requirements before they leave the shop. The role involves working from blueprints and route sheets, checking dimensions with inspection tools, reviewing cosmetic quality, confirming production steps are complete, and documenting non-conforming parts. The position is full-time and direct-hire, with a first-shift schedule of 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Compensation is $22–$28+ per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of quality inspection experience.
- Previous experience inspecting manufactured or fabricated parts.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
- Experience performing dimensional inspections.
- Comfort using calipers, gauges, tape measures, and similar inspection tools.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
- Positive, team-oriented attitude.
Nice To Haves
- Metal fabrication experience.
- Welding inspection experience.
- Experience inspecting welded assemblies.
- CWI certification.
- Experience working in an ISO-controlled environment.
- Familiarity with non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.
Responsibilities
- Inspect fabricated parts and assemblies against customer drawings and specifications.
- Read and interpret blueprints, dimensions, tolerances, and route sheets.
- Perform visual and cosmetic inspection of finished components.
- Confirm all required production steps have been completed.
- Verify part markings are correct and complete.
- Ensure packaging meets customer requirements.
- Check that inspection tools and equipment are properly calibrated.
- Complete internal and external non-conformance reports when needed.
- Communicate quality issues with production and fabrication teams.
- Maintain a clean and organized inspection area.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
