Quality Technician

Our client in Mentor Ohio is seeking skilled Quality Technicians.

The Quality Technician is responsible for performing inspections, testing, calibration, and documentation activities to ensure pressure switches, pressure transmitters, sensors, and related electro-mechanical products meet customer specifications, engineering requirements, and quality standards. This role works closely with Engineering, Production, and Manufacturing teams to verify product quality throughout the manufacturing process and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Shift: 1st Shift (Flexible schedule)

Pay: $28-$34/hr

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of pressure switches, pressure transmitters, sensors, and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Conduct functional testing, calibration, and validation activities using approved procedures and testing equipment.
• Verify product conformity to engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Complete and maintain inspection, testing, and quality documentation accurately.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and support internal and customer audits.
• Identify, document, and report non-conforming materials, components, and finished products.
• Assist with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor manufacturing and testing processes to ensure adherence to established procedures and quality standards.
• Support calibration programs for inspection, measurement, and testing equipment.
• Collaborate with Engineering to validate product performance and investigate quality concerns.
• Assist in developing inspection plans, quality documentation, and testing procedures.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and quality-focused work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Engineering Technology, Quality Assurance, Electronics, Mechanical Technology, or equivalent manufacturing experience.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a quality, inspection, testing, or manufacturing environment.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.

• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Experience using precision measuring equipment, including:- Calipers

  • Micrometers
  • Height Gauges
  • Thread Gauges
  • Pressure Calibration Equipment
  • Multimeters and Electrical Test Equipment

• Strong mechanical aptitude and electrical troubleshooting skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality documentation systems.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with pressure switches, pressure transmitters, industrial controls, or hydraulic systems.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality systems and manufacturing environments.
• Experience performing calibration, validation, and functional testing.
• Knowledge of electro-mechanical assembly processes.
• Experience conducting First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and related quality tools.

Highly Desired Qualifications

• Experience with hazardous-location products and certifications, including:- ATEX

  • IECEx
  • Explosion-Proof Equipment
  • Intrinsically Safe Products

• Knowledge of UL, CSA, and international certification standards.

• Experience maintaining certification records and compliance documentation.

• Familiarity with industrial instrumentation, pressure control devices, and hydraulic valve systems.