Precision Quality Technician - Equipment & Process Improvement

Mestek, Inc.; Cedar Rapids, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mestek Machinery in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a Quality Tech to perform routine quality inspections of new machinery throughout production, including in-process and final checks. The role collaborates with production and engineering to update specifications and maintain documentation.

The ideal candidate has an Associate Engineering degree or equivalent, at least 3 years in manufacturing, and strong skills with precision measuring tools and electronic test equipment.

Qualifications

• Associate Engineer Degree or equivalent, electrical or mechanical.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with electronic test equipment.
• Strong knowledge of inspection methods and documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers).

Responsibilities

• QC inspection of all new equipment.
• Review checklists for compliance with specs per customer agreements.
• Liaison between production and engineering for updates.
• Perform quality checks during overflow machining as needed.
• Develop methods for process control, testing and inspection.
• Document all machinery inspections.
• Ensure EHS compliance with safety regulations.
• Identify and troubleshoot quality issues and propose solutions.
• Train production staff in QC procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate QC findings to management.
• Support service with new equipment installations.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Quality control

Communication skills

Independent work

Documentation

Education

Associate Engineer Degree or equivalent (electrical or mechanical)

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Micrometers

Calipers

QA software/tools

Job description

Mestek Machinery in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a Quality Tech to perform routine quality inspections of new machinery throughout production, including in-process and final checks. The role collaborates with production and engineering to update specifications and maintain documentation.

The ideal candidate has an Associate Engineering degree or equivalent, at least 3 years in manufacturing, and strong skills with precision measuring tools and electronic test equipment.