Quality Assurance Technician – Precision & Process Lead

Atlas Copco Compressors LLC -North America Customer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Copco Compressors LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure product quality and manufacturing excellence across receiving, inspection, and final verification. You will perform dimensional and visual inspections with micrometers and calipers, coordinate with suppliers and internal teams, and drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

This role emphasizes a safety-first culture and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in interpreting detailed blueprints and drawings.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges).
• Ability to work autonomously and communicate effectively.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and related standards is advantageous.
• Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional, visual, and non-destructive inspections on components and finished products.
• Audit suppliers and internal teams for quality compliance and report findings.
• Support production by addressing inspection-related issues and providing guidance.
• Document and track nonconformances using corrective action processes.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Promote a safety-first culture and comply with environmental and safety policies.
• Conduct process and safety audits across assembly lines and suggest improvements.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of ISO-certified QMS procedures.
• Manage calibration and maintenance of precision metrology instruments.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Precision measurement

Autonomy and reliability

Communication and teamwork

Microsoft Office

ISO 9001 knowledge

Quality auditing

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Go/No-Go gauges

Thread pitch gauges

QMS software

Calibration equipment

Job description

Atlas Copco Compressors LLC in Houston, TX is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure product quality and manufacturing excellence across receiving, inspection, and final verification. You will perform dimensional and visual inspections with micrometers and calipers, coordinate with suppliers and internal teams, and drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

This role emphasizes a safety-first culture and continuous improvement.