Quality Control Technician

Mazzella; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mazzella in Westlake, OH is seeking a Quality Control Technician to inspect machined and outsourced components against shop drawings, using metrology equipment.

You will designate acceptance or rejection, coordinate with machinists and welders, perform visual inspections, and support ISO and calibration processes.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting fabrication drawings and project specifications.
• Familiarity with various machining processes and industry standards.
• AWS D1.1 and AWS D14.1 knowledge is a plus; training provided.
• Certified inspector a plus but training available.

Responsibilities

• Inspect outsourced components for accuracy against shop drawings.
• Utilize metrology equipment to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Approve or reject machined and outsourced parts based on criteria.
• Coordinate with supervisors, machinists, and welders to arrange repairs.
• Perform visual inspections of weldments per AWS standards.
• Oversee third‑party calibration of measurement devices.
• Document inspections and prepare inspection reports.
• Support ISO and calibration processes and internal audits.

Skills

Interpret fabrication drawings

Machining processes experience

Written and verbal communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related discipline

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Thread gauges

Hardness testers

Laser alignment systems

Job description

Brief Description

Quality Control Technician performs inspections to ensure the machining process quality and conformance to show drawings. Working with the team to ensure accuracy of outsourced components, this team member must be familiar with various machining processes.

Job Duties

• Inspect outsourced components to ensure accuracy of work and conformance to shop drawings.
• Utilize various types of metrology equipment, including:
  • Micrometers
  • Calipers
  • Height gauges
  • Thread gauges
  • Hardness testers
  • Laser alignment systems
• Ensure raw materials used in machining processes conform to shop drawings.
• Designate acceptance or rejection of machined and outsourced components.
• Interface with area supervisors, machinists, and welders to coordinate required repairs and/or replacements.
• Perform visual inspections of shop weldments to verify compliance with shop drawings and applicable AWS standards.
• Oversee ultrasonic shear wave testing (UT), liquid dye penetrant testing (PT), and magnetic particle testing (MT) performed by others.
• Test and measure finished products, components, and assemblies for:
  • Assembly
  • Function
  • Operation
  • Compliance with specified performance requirements
• Oversee third-party calibration of measurement devices.
• Document inspection activities and results and prepare inspection reports.
• Maintain work areas, equipment, and tools in a clean and organized manner.
• Follow all safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning by completing assigned training and seeking opportunities for improvement.
• Support quality processes, including:
  • Document control
  • Management reviews
  • Product projects
  • Corrective actions
  • Calibration systems
  • KPI usage
• Promote supplier quality by managing the NCP/RMA process.
• Assist with internal ISO and process audits.
• Work with local management to address audit findings.
• Work with management to ensure inspections and audits are completed and non-compliances are addressed.
• Assist with emergency action planning and response, including:
  • Site plans and preparedness
  • Regulatory records and reporting
  • Higher-risk work plans
• Support maintenance management system procedures and implementations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required; an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university in a related discipline is preferred. In the absence of a degree, directly related education, training, certifications, and professional experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the position may be considered, where a number of years and proven knowledge may offset the degree requirement.

Experience & Skills

• Experience in interpretation of fabrication drawings and project specifications
• Experience with various machining processes
• A working knowledge of manufacturers and industry standards, including AWS D1.1 and AWS D14.1, is a plus but will train the right candidate meeting our cultural requirements

Certified inspector a plus but will train the right candidate meeting our cultural requirements

• Requires solid written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and planning skills are required
• Overall basic IT/PC/Technology literacy a plus but willing to train
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and disciplined with the ability to multi-task
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, physical, drug screen and E-verify