Quality Control Specialist I

CoorsTek, Inc.; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CoorsTek, Inc. seeks a Quality Control Specialist I to check, test, and inspect raw materials and finished goods across production stages under supervision, ensuring compliance with specifications and documenting results.

The role requires GD&T proficiency, experience with micrometers and calipers, and the ability to read technical drawings. You will contribute to audits, training, and shift-based operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 1-3 years of product inspection experience preferred.
• Proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Check, test, and inspect raw materials and products at different stages.
• Record results and prepare simple technical reports.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and apply tight tolerances.
• Train others on inspection tools and procedures as needed.
• Conduct internal quality audits and support corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

GD&T proficiency

Math proficiency

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

CMM (Zeiss/Mitutoyo)

Micrometers

Calipers

Video scopes

Job description

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Quality Control Specialist I

Responsible for checking, testing and inspect, raw materials and products at different stages. Conduct routine analyses and tests of various components. Work under direct supervision

• Follow established procedures and guidelines to check, test, and inspect raw materials, goods in process, and finished goods. Compare the physical characteristics of components, materials, equipment, and products to technical specifications to identify defects. Conduct simple tests; record results and prepare simple technical reports .
• Under supervision, performs visual and measurement inspection tests including calculating distances, angles, radius tapers, thread and gear data using complex measuring equipment (i.e. Zeiss or Mitutoyo Coordinate Measuring Machines, Smartscope or RAM)
• Utilizes precision measuring equipment (i.e. micrometers, calipers, comparators, master gauge blocks, indicators, surface gauges, surface plates, sine bars, etc.) to accept or reject parts so that product sent to customers meets expectations and quality standards
• Approves finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, returning products for re-work, confirming re-work, communicating required adjustments to appropriate personnel and ensuring quality product is released to customer
• Reads and deciphers complex technical drawings and incorporates tight tolerances into part inspection process
• Inputs and analyzes statistical data utilizing Infinity or other SPC software, documents data obtained during all quality inspection processes and examines statistical data to determine and maintain quality and product reliability
• If applicable, Operates inspection equipment; troubleshoots and resolves issues affecting quality of product and reports issues to leadership as needed
• Acts as “go-to” person for quality control inspection procedures, willingly accepts responsibility for training other employees as required and ensures inspection methods are consistent and performed in adherence to quality standards and processes
• Conducts training classes relating to inspection tools/equipment, processes, GD&T and technical drawings
• Performs analytical test using instrumentation/equipment and perform measurement calculations as needed
• Directs other department inspectors at request of team lead or supervisor in leader’s absence
• Performs internal audits in accordance with Company and customer quality control standards
• Assists and/or performs in any and all areas as assigned
• Works any and all shifts/days as required
• Under minimal supervision, performs visual and measurement inspection tests including calculating distances, angles, radius tapers, thread and gear data using complex measuring equipment ( i.e. Zeiss or Mitutoyo Coordinate Measuring Machines, Smartscope or RAM)

Education

• High School Diploma/GED

Experience

• 1-3 years of applicable product inspection experience preferred

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exhibits strong interpersonal and organizational skills with great attention to detail
• Possesses excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Demonstrates proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and possesses intermediate math skills
• Exhibits strong problem solving, judgement and decision-making skills
• Works effectively with a diverse group of people from different cultures and backgrounds
• Required to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Has attained qualified status on the use of multiple precision inspection equipment tools in assigned area under limited supervisor, such as micrometers, calipers, microscope, federal gauge, Styre, Talyrond 73, FPI, video scopes, and lighting equipment
• Performs detail oriented tasks using basic language and intermediate math skills.

Schedule (2 shifts available):

• Days: 7am-3:30pm M-F
• Swing: 3:30-11:30pm M-F (includes shift differential)

Target Hiring Range

USD 0.00 - USD 0.00

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!