1st Shift Quality Technician Lead

Nolte Precise Manufacturing, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Nolte Precise Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Tech Lead to support CNC machining operations in Cincinnati, OH. You will inspect machined parts, verify dimensions to GD&T specs, and guide inspection workflows for the team.

Lead calibration activities, participate in continuous improvement, and mentor quality technicians. Strong CMM programming and PC-DMIS skills are required along with excellent math and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret GD&T drawings and verify dimensions.
• Experience guiding inspection workflows and mentoring technicians.
• Strong math skills including statistics for metrics.
• Proficiency with CMM programming and PC-DMIS software.
• Familiarity with 5S and calibration programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform designated inspections and record results.
• Prepare and process non-conforming material reports.
• Operate and program CMM equipment using PC-DMIS.
• Mentor quality technicians and support operators.
• Interface with customers for certification packages and inspection data.
• Submit monthly quality metrics and reports.

Skills

Quality leadership

CNC inspection

CMM programming

PC-DMIS

GD&T knowledge

5S standards

Tools

CMM

PC-DMIS

Oasis

Discus

AS9100

Job description

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Tech Lead to support CNC machining operations. This role is responsible for inspecting machined parts, verifying dimensions, and ensuring all components meet strict quality and GD&T specifications. The Quality Tech Lead will guide inspection workflows, support operators, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. .

Primary Job Duties:

• Complete designated inspections and record results in a timely manner


• Prepare and process non-conforming material reports


• Operate and program CMM equipment using PC-DMIS


• Support production personnel quality questions and initiatives


• Lead and participate in the calibration program


• Lead and verify daily maintenance and 5S standards


• Communicate work status to team members


• Mentor and oversee quality technicians.


• Interface with customers for certification packages and other inspection information.


• Prepare and submit monthly metric reports.


• Follow policies and procedures, Vision, Values, Principles, and Philosophies.


• Maintain acceptable attendance.


• Any specifically assigned task.

Requirements

Knowledge & Skill Requirements:

• Must be able to communicate and convey information to others.


• Must be able to use and select tools. gauges, and work aids to perform tasks.


• Must be able to prioritize work duties to reflect frequent changes, delays, and/or unexpected events during the work shift.


• Must be able to precisely verify operator and machine performance against production documentation and customer specifications.


• Must be able to make decisions using the principles of logic in a timely manner.


• Excellent Math skills up to and including Statistics.


• Ability to prepare basic communication and reports.


• Advanced blueprint reading.


• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.


• Ability to use calibration tooling.


• Microsoft office software.


• Experience with machining or AS9100 is a plus.


• CMM programming knowledge


• Oasis programming knowledge is a plus


• Working knowledge of Discus

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting up to 25lbs, including bending, twisting, crouching, etc.


• Must be able to work with oils/coolants


• Must be able to work in a noisy environment


• Must be able to frequently stand or walk for long periods of time