Precision Lab Technician — Dimensional & QA Inspector

Silgan Dispensing Systems; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Dispensing Systems is seeking a detail-oriented quality inspector to support engineering and quality qualification of products through dimensional and visual inspections. You will use calipers, depth gauges, and optical comparators to ensure conformance to specifications and help drive continuous improvement.

The role involves documenting results, performing basic statistics, and contributing to root cause analyses while liaising with teams to update procedures and training as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with measuring equipment.
• Understanding of basic statistics.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational and data recording skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections on new and existing products.
• Document inspection results on spreadsheets and generate reports.
• Support root cause analyses for defective products.
• Assist in improving inspection/test procedures as needed.
• Train employees on new test procedures as required.
• Conduct in-process audits to visual standards.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Analyze and interpret information

Basic statistics

Independent work with minimal guidance

Lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Drop indicator

Depth gauge

Optical comparator

Job description

Silgan Dispensing Systems is seeking a detail-oriented quality inspector to support engineering and quality qualification of products through dimensional and visual inspections. You will use calipers, depth gauges, and optical comparators to ensure conformance to specifications and help drive continuous improvement.

The role involves documenting results, performing basic statistics, and contributing to root cause analyses while liaising with teams to update procedures and training as needed.