Quality Technician III

ALIGN PRECISION•North Plains, OR

12d

About The Position

Quality Control focuses on process control and providing accurate feedback to internal customers. The Quality Technician III is responsible for the effective management and/or day-to-day supervision of quality control and inspection, and for following established standards, methods, and procedures to inspect, test, and evaluate product precision, accuracy, efficacy, and reliability. The role uses software, hardware, materials, parts, and products to ensure adherence to quality standards, performs defined product sampling and checks for nonconformity, and carries out inspections according to sampling plans to verify product conformity and support customer satisfaction. The position inspects parts against customer requirements and industry standards, including dimensional, visual, material-handling, workmanship, paint-application, and foreign-object-debris checks. It uses measuring tools and systems such as manual instruments, CMMs, mylars, and visual measuring systems; prepares, updates, and checks inspection records; uses CAD software; and performs regular CMM calibration and verification. The technician identifies deviations, contributes to continuous improvement, and collaborates with engineering and production teams to address dimensional or tolerance issues. Regular and reliable attendance is essential. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

4–5 years of relevant experience.
High school degree or equivalent, plus advanced training.
4–5 years of experience using CAD software to create measurement programs for CMM inspections.
4–5 years of experience performing regular calibration and verification of CMM equipment.
4–5 years of experience inspecting parts using CMM and identifying deviations from specifications or quality standards.
4–5 years of experience collaborating with engineering and production teams to resolve issues relating to part dimensions or tolerances.
Excellent attention to detail.
Working knowledge of customer specifications and requirements.
Basic computer skills.
Problem-solving abilities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to use measuring equipment.
Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
Ability to understand and obey safety requirements.
Commitment to keeping the work area clean and free of debris.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Close and distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and to reach with hands and arms for extended periods.
Ability to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

Inspect parts for conformity to customer requirements and industry standards, including dimensional, visual, material-handling, workmanship, paint-application, and FOD checks.
Use measuring tools and systems, including manual measuring instruments, CMMs, mylars, and visual measuring systems.
Prepare, update, and inspect company and customer inspection records for accuracy, communicating clearly as needed.
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Perform regular calibration and verification of CMM equipment.
Conduct thorough part inspections and identify deviations from specifications or quality standards.
Use CAD software to create measurement programs for CMM inspections.
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve issues relating to part dimensions or tolerances.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.