Quality Lab Technician

The Bradley Group; Welcome (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradley Personnel, Inc. seeks a Quality Inspector to perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections on fabricated or welded steel parts using precision tools including CMM and Faro Arm.

You will verify weld quality and ensure conformance to AWS D1.1/CSA W47.1, identify non-conformances, and help drive corrective actions. The role requires post-secondary education in Quality or Manufacturing Technology, 2–5 years in fabrication/welding quality, and proficiency in GD&T, blueprint reading, and

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in a fabrication or welding environment with a focus on quality inspection or assurance
• Strong ability to read blueprints, GD&T, and weld symbols
• Knowledge of PPAP, Control Plans, FMEA, and MSA is an asset
• Experience operating and programming CMM or Faro Arm equipment (training provided)
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality systems

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections on fabricated/welded steel parts using precision tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM, Faro Arm)
• Conduct first-off inspections and verify weld quality per AWS D1.1/CSA W47.1 standards
• Identify non-conformances, support root cause analysis, and track corrective actions
• Complete PPAP, ISIR, and dimensional layout reports
• Maintain quality documentation per ISO 9001/IATF 16949/ISO 14001
• Manage calibration records for inspection equipment
• Support 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Quality inspection

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Weld symbol interpretation

Welding processes understanding

Education

Post-secondary education in Quality, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Tools

CMM

Faro Arm

Microsoft Office

Job description

Must have CMM and Romer Arm experience!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections on fabricated/welded steel parts using precision tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM, Faro Arm)
• Conduct first-off inspections and verify weld quality per AWS D1.1/CSA W47.1 standards
• Identify non-conformances, support root cause analysis, and track corrective actions
• Complete PPAP, ISIR, and dimensional layout reports
• Maintain quality documentation per ISO 9001/IATF 16949/ISO 14001
• Manage calibration records for inspection equipment
• Support 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Post-secondary education in Quality, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering Technology, or equivalent hands‑on experience in steel fabrication
• 2–5 years' experience in a fabrication or welding environment, with a focus on quality inspection or assurance
• Strong understanding of steel grades, welding processes, and fabrication methods
• Proficient in blueprint reading, GD&T, and weld symbol interpretation
• Experience operating and programming CMM or Faro Arm equipment (training provided if needed)
• Knowledge of PPAP, Control Plans, FMEA, and MSA is an asset
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with exposure to ERP or quality management systems an asset