Manufacturing Quality Technician

LeoForce; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LeoForce in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Mid Level Quality Technician to perform dimensional and visual inspections of manufactured components, read engineering drawings, and support quality assurance throughout production.

You will use precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers, document inspection results, assist with root-cause investigations, and collaborate with production and engineering to resolve quality concerns.

Qualifications

• Previous quality inspection or Quality Technician experience in manufacturing.
• Experience using precision measurement tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of dimensional inspection techniques.
• Understanding of manufacturing quality processes.
• Experience documenting inspection results and quality findings.
• Strong ability to identify defects and specification deviations.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of manufactured components.
• Inspect incoming materials, production parts, and finished products.
• Utilize precision measurement tools to verify product specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Identify and document nonconforming materials and products.
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Support first article and in process inspections.
• Work closely with production and engineering to resolve quality concerns.
• Monitor manufacturing processes for compliance with quality standards.
• Assist with calibration and verification of inspection equipment.
• Support internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality inspection

Precision measurement tools

Blueprints & drawings

Dimensional inspection techniques

Quality processes

Document inspection results

Defect identification

Root cause investigations

Calibration support

Continuous improvement

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Coordinate measurement tools

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 per year

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of manufactured components
• Inspect incoming materials, production parts, and finished products
• Utilize precision measurement tools to verify product specifications
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records
• Identify and document nonconforming materials and products
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions
• Support first article and in process inspections
• Work closely with production and engineering to resolve quality concerns
• Monitor manufacturing processes for compliance with quality standards
• Assist with calibration and verification of inspection equipment
• Support internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Previous quality inspection or Quality Technician experience in manufacturing
• Experience using precision measurement tools
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Knowledge of dimensional inspection techniques
• Understanding of manufacturing quality processes
• Experience documenting inspection results and quality findings
• Strong ability to identify defects and specification deviations

Nice to Haves

• Experience with micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other inspection equipment
• Familiarity with coordinate measuring equipment
• Exposure to ISO based quality systems
• Experience with first article inspection
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective action
• Familiarity with statistical process control
• Experience supporting calibration activities

A bit about us:

Founded several decades ago, we are a successful and growing manufacturing organization recognized for exceptional quality, operational excellence, and strong customer relationships. We combine the stability and resources of an established manufacturer with a modern approach to technology, process improvement, and employee development. Our team takes pride in creating an environment where people are supported, contributions are noticed, and strong performers have real opportunities to grow their careers. This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values quality, invests in its people, and continues to grow.

Why join us?

• Join a stable, well established manufacturer with strong customer demand and long term growth
• Work for a company that continues to invest in equipment, technology, processes, and employee development
• Competitive compensation, strong benefits, paid time off, and long term career stability
• Work in a hands on quality role with direct impact on production, product quality, and customer satisfaction
• Supportive leadership team that recognizes strong performance and promotes from within
• Gain exposure to dimensional inspection, precision measurement, blueprints, and manufacturing processes
• Join a collaborative team where quality, production, and engineering work closely together
• Strong opportunity to grow into higher level quality, inspection, or engineering support roles

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