The Quality Technician on the 2nd shift is responsible for ensuring that all incoming, in‑process, and finished metal products meet Olympic Steel’s rigorous quality standards. This role works closely with production, engineering, and warehouse teams to identify, document, and resolve quality issues, supporting safe and profitable operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform visual inspections, dimensional measurements, and functional tests on raw materials, work‑in‑process, and finished products.
- Utilize calibrated inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, gauges, hardness testers, CMM, etc.) to verify compliance with specifications.
- Document inspection results in the company’s quality management system (QMS) and flag non‑conforming items.
- Investigate root causes of quality deviations and collaborate with production/engineering to implement corrective actions.
- Maintain and calibrate inspection tools and ensure all equipment is within valid calibration periods.
- Assist in developing and updating sampling plans, inspection procedures, and work instructions.
- Participate in 2nd‑shift safety and quality meetings, providing status updates and highlighting potential risks.
- Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and evidence of compliance.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement by suggesting process enhancements and cost‑saving ideas.
- Ensure proper handling and disposition of scrap, rework, and returned material according to company policies.
Essential Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree or technical certification in Quality, Metallurgy, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of hands‑on quality inspection experience in a metal‑fabrication or steel service environment.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and welding symbols.
- Proficiency with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, hardness testers, and basic CMM operation.
- Commitment to safety and ability to work in a fast‑paced 2nd‑shift environment (typically 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM).
You should be proficient in:
- Quality Inspection Experience
- Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement
- Blueprint Reading
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- Measurement Gauges
- Calipers and Micrometers