Quality Assurance Technician

Accelera; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to uphold our commitment to excellence by ensuring machined components meet strict precision standards. You will interpret blueprints, measure with precision tools, and verify product integrity to guarantee client satisfaction.

The role requires strong attention to detail, experience with first article and final inspections, and the ability to document findings accurately in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Fundamental understanding of blueprint reading and shop math, including trigonometry.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, thread gauges, gauge blocks).
• Strong attention to detail and documentation of inspection results.
• Experience performing in-process and final quality checks in manufacturing, automotive, or aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Conduct precise mechanical inspections on machined parts and incoming materials to ensure full compliance with technical specifications.
• Perform first-off inspections at manufacturing work centers to identify and resolve potential quality issues early in the production cycle.
• Generate comprehensive data for First Article Inspection (FAI) and Final Inspection Reports (FIRs) to maintain accurate quality documentation.
• Interpret complex customer drawings and process travelers to ensure all manufacturing steps align with design requirements.
• Utilize calibrated measurement tools to validate dimensional accuracy and geometric conformance.
• Maintain a high standard of visual inspection to detect surface defects and ensure overall product quality.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Shop Math

Precision Measuring

Documentation

Quality Checks

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Thread Gauges

Gauge Blocks

Job description

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will play a vital role in upholding our commitment to excellence by ensuring all machined components meet rigorous precision standards. You will utilize your technical expertise in measurement and blueprint interpretation to verify product integrity, directly impacting the quality of the final output delivered to our clients.

About the Role

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will play a vital role in upholding our commitment to excellence by ensuring all machined components meet rigorous precision standards. You will utilize your technical expertise in measurement and blueprint interpretation to verify product integrity, directly impacting the quality of the final output delivered to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct precise mechanical inspections on machined parts and incoming materials to ensure full compliance with technical specifications.
• Perform first-off inspections at manufacturing work centers to identify and resolve potential quality issues early in the production cycle.
• Generate comprehensive data for First Article Inspection (FAI) and Final Inspection Reports (FIRs) to maintain accurate quality documentation.
• Interpret complex customer drawings and process travelers to ensure all manufacturing steps align with design requirements.
• Utilize calibrated measurement tools to validate dimensional accuracy and geometric conformance.
• Maintain a high standard of visual inspection to detect surface defects and ensure overall product quality.

Required Skills

• Fundamental understanding of blueprint reading and shop math, including trigonometry.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, thread gauges, and gauge blocks.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to document inspection results accurately.
• Experience performing in-process and final quality checks in a manufacturing, automotive, or aerospace environment.

Preferred Skills

• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards.
• Hands-on experience with Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) operation.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and communicate quality discrepancies effectively.