Quality Control Trainee

TENNMAX AMERICA, INC. • Vancouver, WA

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About The Position

The Quality Control Trainee helps ensure that manufacturing processes and products meet quality standards and customer expectations. The role uses a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to assess product specifications. Working closely with production and engineering teams, the trainee identifies defects, analyzes root causes, recommends corrective actions, and supports improvements to product reliability and manufacturing efficiency. The position monitors manufacturing output to help minimize waste and rework and maintain compliance with industry regulations.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge and practical application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and quality assurance methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Quality Control or Quality Assurance, such as ASQ Certified Quality Inspector or equivalent.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and quality management systems (QMS).
• Proficiency with quality inspection tools and software.
• Background in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections and measurements of manufactured components using GD&T standards to verify conformance to design specifications.
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures and documentation in alignment with manufacturing industry best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to identify quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor production processes and perform audits to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare detailed quality reports and communicate findings to management to support decision-making and corrective action planning.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed