Quality Technician (Alt Shifts)

Kratos Industries LLC•Arvada, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician will be responsible for inspecting mechanical parts fabricated internally and externally, as well as incoming raw materials, packaging, and finished goods. This role involves monitoring for specification compliance, inspecting electrical components, and assisting in troubleshooting non-compliant items. The technician will manage inspection-related documentation, record inspection results, and interpret mechanical drawings. A key aspect of this role is maintaining a "floor presence" as an auditor of quality, regularly reviewing work instructions and production records, and working closely with production and manufacturing personnel. The position requires participation in training activities, support for quality projects, and the ability to make critical decisions regarding product quality, including pausing production lines when necessary. The role also involves compiling and distributing weekly quality metrics data. Alternate shift work is expected, with availability for either a staggered shift (10:00 am – 6:30 pm) or a late shift (2:00 pm – 10:30 pm).

Requirements

A minimum of 1 year’s experience as a Quality Inspector (Mechanical and/or Electrical) preferably in an ISO 9001 environment
Highschool math skills required
Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks is required
Must be capable of working independently to achieve production schedules and quality goals
Effective interpersonal skills involving the ability to work effectively, cross-functionally and cross-culturally
Excellent communication skills adaptable to all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

ASQ CQT certification or current pursuit of certification is highly desired
A 2-year technical or vocational certificate is highly desired
Knowledge of 5S +1 principles highly desired
Advanced hands-on experience using common inspection tools and instruments, such as torque wrench, DMM, micrometer, calipers
Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 is highly desired
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel)

Responsibilities

Inspect mechanical parts fabricated internally using industry standard inspection tools
Inspect mechanical parts and components provided externally by suppliers at inspection stations.
Inspect and monitor incoming raw materials/packaging and finished goods, including paint, for specification compliance
Inspect electrical wire routing, torquing and continuity as required
Assist in troubleshooting non-compliant inspected parts and components
Responsible for inspection related document control and records storage
Document and record inspection results in electronic and hardcopy format
Interpret mechanical drawing dimensional features and acceptable tolerances
Maintain a “floor presence” as an “auditor of quality” throughout the manufacturing facility and process
Regularly review work instructions, travelers, and production records for continuous compliance to manufacturing requirements
Works closely with production managers and manufacturing personnel conducting quality assurance checks
Participates in regular procedure training activities in production
Provides support for quality related projects, objectives and deadlines beyond the normal job scope as required
Makes key decisions concerning product quality on their own, including pausing the line when processes do not conform to specification
Compiles and distributes weekly quality metrics data at the direction of the Dir of Quality
Alternate shift working is expected for this position. Shift availability: staggered shift (10:00am – 6:30pm) or late shift (2:00pm – 10:30pm).