Quality Technician

Dexter Career•Torrance, CA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Magnetic Component Engineering (MCE), a subsidiary of Dexter Magnetic Technologies, manufactures permanent magnets and magnetic assemblies for aerospace and defense, semiconductor equipment, medical, and industrial markets. MCE is based in Torrance, California, and operates a 48,000-square-foot facility with 85 employees. The Quality Technician performs advanced dimensional inspections, supports measurement system analysis (MSA) and Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (Gage R&R), and manages quality data and documentation. The role helps ensure measurement accuracy, identify nonconformances, support root-cause analysis, and maintain compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements. The position has responsibility and authority to control product quality and service customers, and reports to the Quality Manager. It works with quality, engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, customers, and other personnel, and acts as the primary inspector for prototype jobs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Advanced understanding of and experience using precise inspection tools.
Knowledge of measurement system analysis and Gage R&R.
Ability to understand technical and quality information as it relates to the business.
Strong oral, written, and listening communication skills.
Ability to read and comprehend complex mechanical drawings with GD&T.
Familiarity with ERP systems.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Commitment to exemplary professional, ethical, and moral standards.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Metrology, Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.
Experience with Epicor ERP.

Responsibilities

Evaluate measurement uncertainty, gage capability, and the suitability of measurement methods.
Support and perform Gage R&R studies and other MSA activities.
Support analysis of measurement-data trends and assist with root-cause investigations involving dimensional or measurement issues.
Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer quality requirements.
Support or complete First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance with AS9102, customer, and company requirements.
Control nonconforming material through identification, segregation, documentation, and disposition in accordance with company procedures (DMRs).
Process customer returns (RMAs) and internal nonconformances, including data collection and analysis.
Assist with root-cause analysis and corrective-action activities related to quality issues.
Use Epicor ERP to process transactions.
Follow up on corrective actions (CAPAs) with internal stakeholders.
Monitor and analyze quality metrics, including cost of quality, returns, and inspection data.
Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, efficiency, and cost of quality.
Create, maintain, and retrieve quality documentation and records in accordance with AS9100 and company procedures.
Participate in resolving quality concerns involving manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers.
Support internal and external quality audits as required.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Serve as the primary inspector for prototype jobs.
Work with the Quality Manager and Quality Engineers to develop quality enhancements and plans that improve quality objectives and reduce quality costs.
Help motivate inspectors and employees on quality issues.

Benefits

Medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Basic Life/AD&D coverage, including dependent coverage, paid 100% by the company.
Short-Term Disability coverage.
Long-Term Disability coverage, paid 100% by the company.
Supplemental Life/AD&D coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Tuition assistance after 1 year.
Paid time off.
11 paid holidays.