Quality Technician

PCC Talent Acquisition Portal•Carson City, NV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

In aerospace manufacturing, details matter. Our Quality Technicians help make sure castings, inspection results, testing records, and quality documentation meet the requirements our customers depend on. As a Quality Technician at PCC Structurals - Carson City, you'll perform hands-on inspection and product verification while supporting laboratory activities, controlled documentation, NDT records, quality projects, and daily production needs. You'll work closely with Quality Engineers, Inspectors, Laboratory personnel, Production, NDT, and Operations. We're hiring Quality Technicians at Levels 1, 2, and 3. Your starting level and pay will be based on your inspection knowledge, technical skills, and relevant experience. The more experience you bring, the higher the level and earning opportunity. If you're early in your quality career, we'll help you build your skills. If you already have strong dimensional inspection, GD&T, FAI, Keyence, testing, or technical quality experience, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Sharp eye for detail and pride in getting measurements and documentation right.
Enjoy a combination of hands-on inspection, technical documentation, and cross-functional problem-solving.
Can read or are motivated to learn engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
Organized, dependable, and comfortable communicating with several departments.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
Previous manufacturing, aerospace, quality, inspection, or laboratory experience preferred.
Experience using precision measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
Knowledge of GD&T; the depth of knowledge required will vary by technician level.
Experience with Keyence equipment, FAI, testing, ERP systems, or advanced inspection methods is especially valuable for higher-level placement.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and related business software.
Strong organizational, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform inspection tasks for extended periods.
Ability to lift and maneuver up to 35 pounds independently; heavier items require assistance or approved lifting devices.
Ability to use precision tools requiring fine motor skills and sustained attention to detail.
Ability to work in manufacturing and inspection environments with exposure to noise, dust, moving equipment, and varying production conditions.
Ability to safely wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

Develop blueprint-reading and basic GD&T knowledge (Level 1).
Develop GD&T knowledge (Level 1).

Responsibilities

Perform visual and dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision measurement equipment.
Review drawings, specifications, technique cards, work instructions, and customer requirements.
Verify product conformance, identify discrepancies, and maintain accurate inspection records.
Support product audits, traceability, quality documentation, and record-retention requirements.
Assist with metallurgical laboratory coordination, testing results, purchase orders, and supporting documentation.
Support controlled procedures, forms, specification revisions, and NDT documentation updates.
Work with Production, Quality, Engineering, NDT, and Laboratory personnel to resolve quality and documentation concerns.
Participate in corrective actions, quality improvement projects, and continuous improvement activities.
Help maintain product flow while protecting customer, regulatory, and company requirements.
Perform basic visual and dimensional inspections using established procedures (Level 1).
Read work orders, inspection instructions, drawings, and quality documentation (Level 1).
Complete inspection records, logbooks, rejection documentation, and product-traceability activities (Level 1).
Verify inspection tools are within calibration and maintain organized inspection areas (Level 1).
Perform intermediate visual and dimensional inspections and final mechanical testing (Level 2).
Complete in-process inspections and First Article Inspection (FAI) activities (Level 2).
Create final test reports and maintain accurate testing documentation (Level 2).
Operate Keyence equipment and other advanced inspection systems (Level 2).
Perform basic equipment setup and use ERP systems for traceability and inspection activities (Level 2).
Cross-train and support other inspection, laboratory, NDT, and production quality functions (Level 2).
Perform advanced inspections on complex products and assemblies (Level 3).
Set up and optimize Keyence equipment and other advanced inspection systems (Level 3).
Conduct qualification-level testing and verification activities (Level 3).
Interpret advanced GD&T, engineering drawings, and specifications (Level 3).
Support nonconforming product investigations, troubleshooting, and process improvements (Level 3).
Train and mentor other technicians and serve as a technical resource for inspection methods and quality requirements (Level 3).