Quality Assurance Technician

TalentSource; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentSource is seeking a Quality Technician to support QA activities in a manufacturing setting. The role combines hands-on inspection with quality system documentation, auditing, corrective action and product compliance responsibilities.

The ideal candidate has a strong manufacturing quality background and experience in AS9100 or ISO 9001 environments. Location is Mishawaka, IN with hourly compensation of $26.00–$30.00 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of Quality Assurance experience within a manufacturing/production environment.
• Experience with dimensional inspection and gauging equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001 manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspection activities using dimensional inspection and gauging equipment.
• Support incoming raw material inspection, review supplier documentation and assist with product release to manufacturing.
• Maintain equipment calibration records and the calibration database.
• Support internal Quality Management System audits, including preparation, documentation and follow-up.
• Document and track corrective actions resulting from internal, customer, regulatory or third-party findings.
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation.
• Plan, execute and maintain First Article Inspections (FAIs) for new products and updates.
• Maintain certificates of analysis and certificates of conformance for incoming, in-process and finished products.
• Identify and control nonconforming product until corrective action is completed.
• Monitor raw material inventory as needed.
• Track scrap, maintain supporting data and prepare related reports.
• Collect and inspect finished-product samples and document findings.
• Review quality-related shipping and purchase order documentation as needed.
• Support employee quality training and related documentation.
• Communicate effectively with production employees, leadership, suppliers and other internal and external partners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Time management

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Dimensional inspection

Gauging equipment

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Quality Technician

We are seeking an experienced Quality Technician to support quality assurance activities within a manufacturing environment. This position combines hands‑on inspection with quality system documentation, auditing, corrective action and product compliance responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have a strong manufacturing quality background and experience working within an AS9100 or ISO 9001 environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspection activities using dimensional inspection and gauging equipment.
• Support incoming raw material inspection, review supplier documentation and assist with product release to manufacturing.
• Maintain equipment calibration records and the calibration database.
• Support internal Quality Management System audits, including preparation, documentation and follow‑up.
• Document and track corrective actions resulting from internal, customer, regulatory or third‑party findings.
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation.
• Plan, execute and maintain First Article Inspections (FAIs) for new products and required periodic updates.
• Maintain certificates of analysis and certificates of conformance for incoming, in‑process and finished products.
• Identify and control nonconforming product until appropriate corrective action has been completed.
• Monitor raw material inventory as needed.
• Track scrap, maintain supporting data and prepare related reports.
• Collect and inspect finished‑product samples and accurately document findings.
• Review quality‑related shipping and purchase order documentation as needed.
• Support employee quality training and related documentation.
• Communicate effectively with production employees, leadership, suppliers and other internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of Quality Assurance experience within a manufacturing/production environment.
• Experience with dimensional inspection and gauging equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail with solid analytical, problem‑solving, organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and work effectively within established quality systems.
• Experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001 manufacturing environments is strongly preferred.
• Quality‑related certifications are a plus.

Location: Mishawaka, IN
Compensation: $26.00–$30.00/hour, based on qualifications and experience.