Quality Tech I

US Engine Valve; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

US Engine Valve is looking for a Quality Technician I to handle product testing and audits, ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards. The role demands maintaining gauge validation and supporting calibration systems while performing metallurgical analyses of samples.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with at least 3 years of quality or manufacturing experience. The position includes various responsibilities involving documentation, auditing, and safety protocol adherence within a moving machinery environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality or manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess quality issues and respond appropriately.
• Perform product testing and prepare metallurgical samples.
• Maintain laboratory tools and ensure safety and reliability.
• Document and report test results accurately.
• Audit products and processes for compliance.

Skills

Quality issue assessment

Product testing

Metallurgical analysis

Gage calibration

Documenting test results

Safety protocol adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years quality and/or manufacturing experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lab tools and instruments

Job description

US Engine Valve is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Technician I. This position performs product testing and audits products and processes to ensure system compliance with customer requirements/specifications. The Quality Technician is responsible for maintaining and administering gauge validation and supporting the calibration system. The Quality Technician is also responsible for performing system and process audits to ensure product quality and adherence to written procedures. The Quality Technician is also responsible for performing metallurgical analysis of samples as needed.

Essential Functions

• First responder for all quality issues. Assess situation and react accordingly.
• Performs product testing using a variety of methods. Prepares metallurgical samples for analysis using grinding, polishing, mounting, and cutting techniques. Performs or supports various metallurgical testing techniques to standard method specifications.
• Maintains laboratory tools, equipment, and instrumentation to ensure safety and reliability.
• Maintain all gage calibrations to ensure all gages are accurate.
• Issue gauging for overall operation of plant production and line changeovers, supporting the calibration system.
• Documents and reports test results accurately in compliance with.
• Reviews material certifications and ensure chemistry meet standards.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Audits products and processes to ensure system compliance with USEV.
• Helps provide input on causes or reasons for quality problems and recommends process changes if necessary.
• Supports Production in a manner that maximizes efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Quality Manage.

Education / Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years quality and/or manufacturing assembly experience.

Preferred Skills

• 2-year Degree or trade school diploma.
• Strong computer skills are required: Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, etc.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Superior problem‑solving ability.Strong professional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Certified Quality Technician through ASQ.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. as needed.
• Position requires extreme attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must maintain proper vision requirements.
• Must be able to maintain alertness to their surroundings.

Work Environment

• Noise Level (Low/Medium).
• Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors).
• Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, etc.).