QA Technician: Precision Testing & Improvement

Lindsay; Rio Vista (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindsay is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to test and inspect products throughout production, ensuring they meet quality, reliability, design, and customer requirements. You will collect and analyze quality data, identify nonconformities, and support corrective actions to maintain high standards.

You will work closely with Quality Engineers, Operations, Engineering, and production personnel to foster collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement across the manufacturing

Qualifications

• Experience establishing, maintaining, and improving QA/QC processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools to verify quality and tolerances.
• Ability to mentor and influence production teams while driving accountability and results.
• Strong math skills for precision calculations in machining, inspection, and quality verification.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for identifying root causes of quality issues.
• Clear communication with Quality, Engineering, Operations, and production personnel.
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and opportunities to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Ensure machinists and production team members correctly interpret drawings, blueprints, and tolerances.
• Oversee use of micrometers, calipers, gauges, and inspection equipment to verify specifications.
• Inspect products, document discrepancies, and support corrective actions to ensure compliance.
• Collect, record, and analyze quality data to identify trends and inform decisions.
• Provide guidance and support to production teams to promote a strong quality culture.
• Apply problem-solving skills to identify root causes of quality or production issues and implement solutions.
• Identify opportunities for Lean practices, process optimization, and waste reduction.
• Promote safety and compliance by following quality standards and procedures.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and production leadership to resolve issues.

Skills

QA/QC processes

Reading drawings

Measurement tools

Leadership

Shop math

Analytical thinking

Communication

Lean/continuous improvement

Job description

Lindsay is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to test and inspect products throughout production, ensuring they meet quality, reliability, design, and customer requirements. You will collect and analyze quality data, identify nonconformities, and support corrective actions to maintain high standards.

You will work closely with Quality Engineers, Operations, Engineering, and production personnel to foster collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement across the manufacturing