Quality Inspector

Manufacturing Inc; Sutton (MA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Bonus Potential

Professional Growth

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Sutton, MA is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician. In this role, you will perform advanced material testing, maintain equipment, and support quality assurance processes. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, with 3+ years of relevant experience in a quality or analytical position. The company offers competitive pay between $22-$25 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a quality or analytical role or equivalent degree in a related technical field.
• Experience in a machine shop environment.
• Strong aptitude for using mechanical testing hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Execute physical and mechanical evaluations, focusing on structural integrity.
• Handle the setup, calibration, and operation of equipment.
• Manage quality documentation lifecycle from ERP updates to customer certification.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Data Entry

Mechanical Testing

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or formal apprenticeships

Tools

MS Office Suite

Mechanical Testing Hardware

Job description

As a Quality Technician, you will be the frontline for product integrity, utilizing advanced equipment to verify performance standards and material specifications. This role requires a detail‑oriented professional capable of executing complex physical testing while maintaining seamless communication across the production team to ensure every shipment meets our rigorous standards.

Whats in it for You

• Competitive Pay: Earn between $22 – $25 per hour, with the final rate determined by your unique experience, education, and technical certifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access premium health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Bonus Potential: Eligibility for our incentive recognition program to reward your hard work.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing access to specialized training and development to help you earn new technical certifications and advance your career.

Responsibilities Include

• Advanced Material Testing: Execute physical and mechanical evaluations, focusing on characteristics, weave distortion, and structural integrity (tensile, compressive, and interlaminar shear).
• Equipment Mastery: Handle the complete setup, calibration, and operation of manufacturing and machining equipment.
• Data Integrity & Reporting: Manage the lifecycle of quality documentation, from updating ERP system records to finalizing customer certification documents.
• Process Maintenance: Keep all testing areas and machinery in peak condition through routine maintenance and strict organizational standards.
• Analytical Problem Solving: Lead investigations into quality discrepancies, performing root‑cause analysis to close out Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Knowledge Sharing: Serve as a technical resource by training colleagues and sharing newly acquired skills to elevate the whole team.
• Precision Measurement: Utilize chemicals and high‑precision measurement tools to validate product specifications.

Skills & Qualifications

• Educational Background: High school diploma (or equivalent) required; vocational training, formal apprenticeships, or machining backgrounds are highly valued.
  • Industry Experience: Ideally 3+ years in a quality or analytical role, or an equivalent degree in a related technical field.
  • Fluency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) for data entry and reporting.
  • Experience in a machine shop environment is considered a significant asset.
  • Strong aptitude for using mechanical testing hardware and software.
  • Agility: Proven ability to switch priorities quickly and remain composed in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced manufacturing setting.
  • Organization: Elite attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively without sacrificing accuracy.
  • A self‑directed worker who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes initiative on independent projects.

Apply Today!Ready to take the next step in your manufacturing career? Join a team that values technical expertise!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.