Quality Control Technician

Quality Technicians report directly to the Production Supervisor.  This is an intermediate skill level position where the employee is developing his/her knowledge over a wide range of technical abilities required at Watchfire.  The primary focus of this position is auditing products and processes for conformance with established standards.  Additional duties may include assisting with Quality data analysis, continuous improvement projects, and new product validation and testing.  Exceptional attention to detail, organizational and time management skills, data processing skills, multi-tasking and adapting to rapidly changing priorities, with an understanding of urgency and critical issues is required. 

Responsibilities 

• Interpret engineering prints, schematics, work instructions, quality standards, and other related documentation to determine process or product acceptance requirements.
• Utilize Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) to verify product requirements.
• Conduct precise layout inspections, dimensional measurements, and visual evaluations using measuring instruments to quickly detect and address deviations, nonconformities, or defects.
• Collaborate with production teams to quickly resolve inspection-related concerns, provide technical expertise, and support effective problem-solving efforts to maintain efficient and uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
• Record, monitor, and manage quality nonconformances through a standardized corrective action process, ensuring timely closure and implementation of preventive measures to avoid repeat occurrences.
• Facilitate root cause investigations and support failure analysis activities to uncover underlying issues, driving effective corrective and preventive actions that improve overall product quality.
• Perform detailed process and safety audits across manufacturing operations, assessing compliance with established standards and recommending improvements to strengthen quality, efficiency, and workplace safety.
• Oversee the calibration, certification, and upkeep of precision measurement equipment, ensuring measurement accuracy, reliability, and full traceability to recognized standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging flexibility and teamwork to develop effective solutions that enhance operational performance and quality outcomes.
• Collating inspection data and drafting Quality reports.
• Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, & crouch in and around tightly configured spaces on jobsites. Must consistently lift and carry 10 pounds and lift and/or move 50 pounds.

Qualifications/Skills: 

• Proficient in reading/writing/typing in English.
• Ability to accurately interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Hands-on experience using precision measuring tools, including measuring tapes and other dimensional inspection instruments, is highly desirable.
• Comprehend written, visual, and verbal instructions.
• Ability to define problems verbally and in writing.
• Experience presenting information in small group situations. Excellent teamwork and interpersonal communication skills.
• Analytical, problem solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Working knowledge of basic electronics, computer networking, troubleshooting methodologies and mechanical aptitude are helpful.
• Understanding and knowledge of various manufacturing processes (sheet metal fabrication, Paint application, Electrical wiring, vinyl).
• Experience analyzing data and drawing valid conclusions from that data.
• Maintain compliance with established quality requirements through effective communication, collaboration, and partnership with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and key stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and operational success.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements 

• High School Diploma or GED required 
• 2-3 years of experience in quality control, quality assurance, inspection, or a related manufacturing environment. 
• Associate’s degree in a technical field (or equivalent experience) preferred. 
• Strong experience with computers, internet, smart phone/tablet, and Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook). 
• Experience with Quality Systems, Process and Product Auditing, Inspection Techniques, Statistical Process Control, Root Cause Analysis methodologies, Metrology, GD&T and Statistics is preferred. 

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life/ADD
• Voluntary Life/ADD
• Dependent Life/ADD
• 401k with Employer Match
• Vacation
• Personal Time

*Watchfire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

*Legal authorization required to work in the US. We will not consider candidates who need sponsorship, now or in the future, to be legally employed in the US.  No H1B, OPT, CPT or other “temporary work authorization” candidates will be considered.