Quality Control Technician II

United Precision; Washougal (WA); On-site; USD 75,045,000 - 83,383,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401K

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Job summary

United Precision Corporation in Washougal, WA is seeking a Quality Control Technician II to safeguard precision components and ensure compliance with stringent aerospace standards. You will perform advanced dimensional inspections using CMMs, GD&T, and precision tools; read blueprints and CAD models; mentor junior technicians; and document results per AS9100. This full-time, on-site role supports continuous improvement and quality leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 2-5 years experience in manufacturing, quality, metrology, or engineering.
• Experience with operating and programming CMMs and precision measurement tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced dimensional inspections on aerospace and defense components using precision measurement tools (CMM, height gauges, micrometers, optical comparators, etc.).
• Interpret and apply GD&T principles to verify conformance to drawings and specifications.
• Read and analyze blueprints, CAD models, and technical documentation to determine inspection requirements.
• Train and mentor new Quality Control Technicians in inspection techniques and equipment.
• Document inspection results per AS9100 and defense standards, ensuring traceability and compliance.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to resolve nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement to enhance inspection efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T knowledge

Dimensional inspection

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-5 years manufacturing/quality experience

Tools

CMMs

Micrometers

Height gauges

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 4100 S GRANT ST - WASHOUGAL, WA 98671

Salary Range: $26.19 - $29.10 Hourly

Quality Control Technician II

Job Title: Quality Control Technician II | Department: Quality | Reports to: Quality Manager | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

About Us

United Precision Corporation is a dynamic, rapidly evolving team that welcomes team members for their unique skills, talents, and experience. Our rapid growth provides excellent ongoing opportunities for professional development and learning new skills. By staying hyper-focused on quality and adaptability throughout the company, our customers have come to rely upon us for high-demand, high-precision aerospace and defense products.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Quality Control Technician II, you will safeguard precision and compliance. Your expertise will ensure that complex, high-tolerance aerospace and defense components meet the most rigorous standards. Beyond inspection, you’ll mentor and train the next generation of technicians, passing on the skills and discipline that keep our products mission-ready and our reputation unmatched.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform advanced dimensional inspections on complex aerospace and defense components using precision measurement tools (CMM, height gauges, micrometers, optical comparators, etc.).
• Interpret and apply Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to verify conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Read and analyze complex blueprints, CAD models, and technical documentation to determine inspection requirements.
• Train and mentor new Quality Control Technicians, providing hands-on guidance in inspection techniques, measurement equipment, and quality processes.
• Document inspection results in accordance with AS9100 and defense industry standards, ensuring traceability and compliance.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve nonconformances and recommend corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inspection efficiency and accuracy.
• Support responsibilities of the Quality Control Technician I, Quality Inspectors, and Quality Engineers.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO UPC:

Required

• High school diploma or GED required, with 2-5 years of experience in the manufacturing, quality, metrology, or engineering industry.
• Ability to work constructively with others, demonstrated dependability, effective verbal and written communication skills, heightened attention to detail and ability to follow through, and commitment to team & collaboration.
• Experience with operating and programming CMMs and precision measurement tools.
• Obtain a Certified Quality Technician certificate within 180 days of hire.

Preferred

• Certified Quality Technician
• Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T.
• Intermediate knowledge of metrology/gaging.
• Intermediate knowledge of quality tools and lab equipment.
• Intermediate understanding of problem-solving tools (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone Analysis, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of Quality Control Stamping processes.
• Beginner knowledge of auditing (AS9100, ISO9001, Internal)

Physical Requirements

A team member must meet the physical demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable team members with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

• Must be able to remain stationary 80% of the time.
• Must be able to occasionally move about inside a warehouse and office to access files, office/warehouse machinery, etc.
• Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Must operate office productivity equipment including computers, copy machines, and printers.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed on-site in an office/warehouse environment with frequent interruptions and schedule variances based on business needs. No special coordination beyond normal mobility, handling of everyday objects and materials, and use of office equipment is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily.

Drug-Free Workplace

UPC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

This position is expected to be onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment, and pre-employment drug screening is required.

Additionally, we are an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) compliant facility; as such, access to our facility (and employment) is restricted under ITAR regulations. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must provide information to determine their eligibility under ITAR requirements. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), or a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We will verify employment eligibility at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

COVID-19 considerations: We have implemented various protocols to maintain the safety and well-being of our team members.

Job Type: Full-time

The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. I fully understand the contents of this job description, have had the opportunity to ask questions regarding it, and have had the job duties, physical requirements, and working conditions explained to me. I understand United Precision Corp. is an equal opportunity employer and that this job description is not an employment contract. Its purpose is to define, though not exhaustively, the essential functions of the job. Management may add to or change the duties of the position at any time.