What are the responsibilities and job description for the QA Technician position at Standard Locknut?
Position Summary:
The Quality Assurance (QA) Technician plays a vital role in ensuring manufacturing standards are met and customer expectations are exceeded through diligent inspection, calibration, and quality support tasks. Reporting to the QA Supervisor, this position supports production by performing inspections, maintaining quality records, operating CMMs and other precision measurement tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Key responsibilities:
Qualifications
Physical Requirements:
Our POWER Culture
At Standard Locknut, we foster a culture rooted in our core POWER values:
If you thrive in a collaborative environment, embrace challenges with determination, and are driven to produce high-quality work, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and be part of a culture where excellence is the standard.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Standard Locknut is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
The Quality Assurance (QA) Technician plays a vital role in ensuring manufacturing standards are met and customer expectations are exceeded through diligent inspection, calibration, and quality support tasks. Reporting to the QA Supervisor, this position supports production by performing inspections, maintaining quality records, operating CMMs and other precision measurement tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Key responsibilities:
- Conduct in-process, final, special, and receiving inspections of parts and assemblies.
- Operate and/or program CMMs and Supermic tools.
- Maintain and calibrate gages; manage calibration recall system software.
- Perform product audits and special projects as directed by Quality Supervision.
- Assemble gage packages and maintain quality documentation across systems.
- Identify and report equipment malfunctions or quality concerns promptly.
- Maintain 5S standards, promote safety, and ensure compliance with all SOPs and quality standards.
- Support continuous improvement efforts and cross-departmental collaboration.
- ISO 9001 familiarity
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Proficient with precision measuring tools and interpreting blueprints.
- Solid understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Strong basic math skills (algebra, trigonometry).
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
Physical Requirements:
- Regularly lift/carry 40 lbs.
- Frequent standing, bending, squatting, and maneuvering around machinery.
- Comfortable working in a noisy, dusty environment with exposure to oil/chemicals.
- Must use required PPE.
Our POWER Culture
At Standard Locknut, we foster a culture rooted in our core POWER values:
- Positive: We strive to see the best in every situation while remaining realistic.
- Open: We value everyone's contributions and foster open communication.
- Winning: Together, we succeed by improving daily and achieving exceptional outcomes.
- Energetic: We tackle challenges head-on with enthusiasm and perseverance.
- Resilient: We adapt and persevere through tough situations to deliver outstanding results.
If you thrive in a collaborative environment, embrace challenges with determination, and are driven to produce high-quality work, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and be part of a culture where excellence is the standard.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Standard Locknut is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
