Quality Control Technician

KSB Company; Thomson (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working time models

Individual training opportunities

Career prospects

Job summary

KSB Company is looking for a Quality Control Technician in Thomson, Georgia. In this role, you will inspect components, perform final inspections on pump assemblies, and ensure compliance with both ISO standards and customer specifications. You will play a key role in maintaining operational quality and customer satisfaction while documenting inspection findings electronically.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, technical certification preferred, and experience with rotating equipment. Proficiency with precision measuring tools and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Relevant experience in quality control, rotating equipment, or industrial repair environments is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Inspect components per engineering drawings and specifications.
• Perform final quality inspections on repairs before shipment.
• Document dimensions and inspection findings electronically.

Skills

Knowledge of rotating equipment

Precision measurement instruments

Understanding of ISO requirements

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or associate degree in a related field

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Bore gauges

CMM equipment

Job description

Quality Control Technician

Department: Service

Reports to: Service Center Operations Manager

Location: Thomson, Georgia

Shift: 1st

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Overview

As the Quality Control Technician, you will ensure all components, repairs, and completed pump assemblies meet company drawings, specifications, ISO procedures, and internal quality standards. You will inspect dismantled pump components, perform final inspections on in‑house and subcontracted repairs, and verify all required quality documentation is completed prior to shipment. You will support calibration control, hold‑point inspections, and non‑conformance reporting while working closely with technicians, supervisors, and customers. You’ll report directly to the Service Center Operations Manager and play a key role in maintaining quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction throughout the repair process.

Responsibilities

• Inspect components per engineering drawings, specifications, and ISO procedures
• Perform final quality inspections on in‑house and subcontracted repairs prior to shipment
• Document component dimensions and inspection findings electronically
• Conduct customer and workshop hold‑point inspections to verify contractual and technical compliance
• Identify and report non‑conforming products or procedures
• Maintain, track, and store precision measurement instruments and inspection equipment
• Ensure calibration requirements are completed and documented in accordance with ISO standards
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and OEM specifications
• Perform dimensional inspections using micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, height gauges, and CMM equipment
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through problem solving and feedback
• Maintain organized inspection records, NCRs, calibration certificates, and traceability documentation
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and lifting equipment safely as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Train new employees on quality procedures and inspection practices when assigned
• Exercise stop‑work authority on non‑conforming products or unsafe procedures

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in a related field preferred, along with relevant experience in quality control, rotating equipment, or industrial repair environments, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of rotating equipment including pumps, gearboxes, compressors, mixers, and turbines
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and OEM specifications
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment
• Understanding of ISO requirements, calibration control, traceability, NCR processes, and quality documentation standards
• Strong communication, analytical thinking, organizational skills, and commitment to workplace safety

Technical Skills

• Experience with precision measurement tools including micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and CMM equipment
• Familiarity with NDT methods including visual, dye penetrant, magnetic particle, and ultrasonic testing
• Ability to interpret metric and imperial measurements, tolerances, and dimensional requirements
• Computer literacy with the ability to electronically document and maintain inspection records
• Knowledge of vibration fundamentals and alignment concepts preferred

Physical Requirements

• Lifting up to 70 lbs
• Squatting, pulling, kneeling, pushing, and bending
• Must be able to wear a respirator to fulfill painting responsibilities

Equal Opportunity Employer

KSB SupremeServ by KSB GIW, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take initiative and are committed to our company. Employees who take responsibility and focus on business success are rewarded with fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities, and the best career prospects.