Quality Assurance Technician

Accelera; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to uphold manufacturing integrity through dimensional metrology, detailed documentation, and CAPA-driven improvement.

You will inspect parts across receiving, in-process, and final testing, interpret drawings, and develop CMM programs, contributing to audits and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in precision inspection in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Hands-on experience with CMM programming and operation.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive visual, dimensional, and mechanical inspections across all stages of production, including receiving, in-process, and final testing.
• Utilize precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify metal parts meet specifications.
• Develop and optimize CMM programs for first-article and production-run inspections.
• Interpret technical drawings and manufacturing orders to ensure inspection criteria are met.
• Manage non-conforming material process and support CAPA initiatives.
• Maintain inspection records and evidence for internal audits and compliance.
• Serve as a point of contact for customer and government inspections.

Skills

Precision inspection

Reading drawings

CMM programming

Quality documentation

Tools

Micrometers/Calipers

CMM software

Job description

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will play a vital role in upholding the integrity of our manufacturing output by ensuring every component meets rigorous precision standards. You will leverage your expertise in dimensional metrology and technical documentation to drive continuous improvement and maintain compliance within our quality management framework.

About the Role

As a Quality Assurance Technician, you will play a vital role in upholding the integrity of our manufacturing output by ensuring every component meets rigorous precision standards. You will leverage your expertise in dimensional metrology and technical documentation to drive continuous improvement and maintain compliance within our quality management framework.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive visual, dimensional, and mechanical inspections across all stages of production, including receiving, in-process, and final testing.
• Utilize precision measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify that metal parts adhere to strict engineering specifications.
• Develop and optimize CMM programs to facilitate efficient first-article and production-run inspections.
• Interpret complex mechanical drawings and manufacturing orders to ensure all inspection criteria are accurately executed.
• Manage the non-conforming material process by generating rejection tags and supporting corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives.
• Maintain meticulous inspection records and objective evidence to support internal quality system audits and compliance.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for customer and government source inspection personnel, ensuring transparent communication regarding quality standards.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Proven experience in a precision inspection or quality control role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Hands-on experience with CMM programming and operation.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems and documentation requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with chemical inspection processes and material verification.
• Familiarity with ISO or similar quality standard frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or assist in root cause analysis for corrective actions.