Quality Planner

Hunting Energy Services; Fryeburg (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunting Dearborn Division in Fryeburg, ME seeks a Quality Planner to develop quality control plans and lead in-process, first article, and final inspections. You will interpret customer drawings, apply GD&T, and ensure conformance with contract requirements.

The role is on-site, requiring strong problem-solving, teamwork, and attention to detail to support a stable, growth-oriented manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• MS Office proficiency required.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of GD&T application.
• Clear written and verbal communication in a professional setting.

Responsibilities

• Review customer contracts, specs, and industry standards as required.
• Interpret and evaluate geometric controls on drawings.
• Collaborate with project management to review process sketches and part processes.
• Create/update balloon drawings and inspection plans.
• Create/update first article and final inspection report templates.
• Perform capability studies and collect SPC data as needed.
• Inspect in-process and final parts using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, etc.
• Train others on inspection methods and equipment.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Drawings & specs interpretation

GD&T knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hunting, Dearborn Division is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented Quality Planner to join our team in Fryeburg, ME. As a Quality Planner you will create quality control plans, perform in process, first article, and final inspections using various types of measuring equipment. A positive attitude, solid work ethic, and good problem-solving ability is required.

At Dearborn, we innovate and collaborate with global technology leaders to make the world a better place, from undersea to outer space. A leader in manufacturing highly advanced, precision machined components, Hunting Dearborn machines specialty alloy products to blueprint, providing solutions to our global customer's toughest challenges in industries spanning aerospace and defense, space exploration, power generation, petroleum, nuclear, sub-surface, transportation, and a host of commercial industries, from our state-of-the-art facility. We provide a competitive benefits package, training, and development opportunities all while working for a stable employer.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret customer contracts, customer specifications, and any other required industry specifications and standards as required.
• Interpret and evaluate geometric controls on customer and company drawings.
• Work closely with project management to review and approve process sketches and part processes.
• Create and update balloon drawings and inspection plans.
• Create and update first article, and final inspection report templates.
• Participate in and perform capability studies.
• Use basic statistical techniques for evaluation of measurement data and trending.
• Collect SPC data and upload to customer portal when required by customer contract.
• Review and approve material certifications to customer requirements.
• Review and special process certifications to customer requirements. (i.e., Heat treat, plating, NDT, etc.)
• Perform in process and final inspections utilizing various measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, bore gages, thread gages, and other handheld inspection equipment.
• Train others on inspection methods, techniques, and equipment as required.
• Perform final review of objective quality evidence to ensure finished product meets all Company and Customer requirements.
• Communicate inspection results and findings to area leaders and management as required.
• Create and sign certificates of conformance.
• Prepare final documentation packets that include all required evidence that the finished product meets all contractual requirements.
• Upload final documentation packets to customer portal when required.
• Perform shipping verification when required.
• Scan final documentation packets to company server when product ships.
• Abide by and support all HSE and QMS requirements.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Computer literacy and proficiency with MS Office products required.
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of the interpretation and application of GD&T.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information to management and customers in a group setting.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit depending on the work being completed. The employee is required to occasionally use hands to handle tools and inspect parts and equipment. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and push material carts.

Work Environment/Conditions

• Monday to Friday, day schedule, 8 or more hours per day.
• Pristine, climate-controlled facility, equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and equipment.
• Noise level in work environment is typically low to moderate.
• Exceptional company culture, diverse and interesting work, with the opportunity to build meaningful relationships.
• We take pride in being an excellent resource for the professional growth of our employees and providing a safe and supportive environment.
• On-site presence is required.

Education

Preferred

• High school diploma or equivalent.

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