Quality Technician

Gaishin Manufacturing Inc•Grand Rapids, MI

10d•$24 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician ensures we consistently produce good parts, on time, every time. This role supports production quality, drives adherence to standards, and helps strengthen systems through data, audits, and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on, shop-floor focused role working closely with machinists, supervisors, and engineers to prevent defects—not just detect them.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years in CNC operation experience (Swiss-style experience preferred).
Ability to read and understand blueprints, work instructions, and quality requirements.
Familiarity with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Understanding of basic production processes and quality checks.
Strong attention to detail and dependable work ethic.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks during a full shift.
Team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with precision machining.
Background in aerospace or medical manufacturing.
Experience with lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

Perform in-process and final inspections to verify conformance to prints and customer requirements
Support setup validation and first piece approval
Assist with containment and disposition of non-conforming product
Support APQP activities including control plans, FAI, and PPAP documentation
Work alongside Process and Project Engineers during launches
Conduct layered process and product audits
Verify adherence to work instructions, control plans, and inspection requirements
Collect and monitor SPC data on critical features
Identify trends and escalate issues early to prevent defects
Support root cause investigations and corrective actions
Participate in WIN Ideas and WIN Actions to reduce scrap and improve quality