Quality Technician

Hexcel; Amesbury (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hexcel 401k with company matching

Employee stock purchase program

Quarterly bonus potential

Profit Sharing Program

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Assistance Program

Prepaid group legal plan

Job summary

Hexcel is seeking a Quality Technician (1st Shift) for our Amesbury, MA facility. You will inspect incoming, in-process, and finished products, interpret drawings, and ensure conformance to AS9102/ISO9001 quality standards.

Join a team that values accuracy, documentation, and proactive problem solving as you support continuous improvement and cross-functional quality initiatives in an aerospace/composites environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 0–3 years of quality-related experience.
• Must be able to interpret engineered drawings.
• Hands-on ability with mechanical setup and measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, radius gauges, optical systems).
• Organized and detail oriented to ensure accuracy and completeness of work.
• Documentation-focused with thorough and accurate records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for internal/external issues.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Sense of urgency and responsiveness to meet commitments.
• ISO 9001 / AS9100 facility experience is a plus.
• MS Office tools (Word and Excel); must be able to obtain/maintain a DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Use established sampling plans to perform inspection of incoming, in-process and finished product and documentation to verify conformity.
• Determine methodology and set up of measuring equipment/fixtures to properly measure dimensions, angles, profiles, configuration attributes and visual requirements.
• Complete inspection/test documentation with high accuracy and efficiency per customer contract and ARC quality requirements.
• Perform FAI planning and complete FAI reports per AS9102.
• Prepare product and documentation for source inspections as required.
• Interpret drawings, formulas, work orders, procedures and specs to complete inspection/documentation requirements.
• Consult with management and engineering to clarify quality standards.
• Communicate status of quality activities and prioritize work cross-functionally.
• Assist in root cause analysis on nonconformities and implement improvements.
• Prepare CoC and CoA documents per requirements.

Skills

Interpret engineering drawings

Mechanical setup

Measurement equipment

Documentation

Communication skills

Independent worker

ISO 9001 / AS9100 familiarity

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

As a part of Hexcel, we at ARC Technologies LLC are propelling the future of flight, energy generation, transportation, and recreation through excellence in advanced material solutions that create a better world. We proudly support our military through our product offerings. Whether you are a civilian, veteran, transitioning member, reservist, or military spouse, Hexcel is committed to supporting, including, and empowering you. Where Local Community meets Global Opportunity By joining our team, you will become part of a global community of peers dedicated to creating quality parts and materials. If you have integrity, accountability, a willingness to explore new ideas, and a desire to succeed, then ARC Technologies is the place for you.

Benefits

• Hexcel 401k with company matching contribution
• Employee stock purchase program
• Quarterly bonus potential
• Profit Sharing Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance Program
• Prepaid group legal plan

Hexcel is currently seeking a Quality Technician (1st Shift) for our Amesbury, MA location.

Responsibilities

• Use established sampling plans to perform inspection of incoming, in-process and finished product and documentation to verify conformity.
• Determine methodology and set up of measuring equipment / fixtures to properly measure dimensions, angles, profiles, configuration attributes and visual requirements.
• Complete inspection / test documentation / reports with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency in accordance with both customer contract and ARC’s quality requirements.
• Perform First Article Inspection planning and complete FAI Reports per the AS9102 Standard
• Help prepare product and documentation for source inspections as required.
• Interpret engineered drawings, formulas, production work orders, procedures, instructions and specifications to complete the applicable inspection and documentation requirements.
• Confer with management and engineering to clarify and determine quality standards and requirements.
• Work cross functionally to understand and communicate the status of quality related activities and help prioritize work.
• Work cross functionally to assist in problem solving and root cause analysis on nonconformities.
• Recommend and help implement modifications to existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability.
• Record and communicate discrepancies found in product quality and documentation to the Product Engineers, and Management where applicable.
• Prepare CoC and CoA documents in accordance requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED 0-3 years of Quality related work experience.
• Must be able to interpret engineered drawings.
• Possess strong hands-on ability, competent in mechanical set-up and the use of various measuring devices/equipment; such as, calipers, micrometers, height gages, radius gages, and optical measurement systems.
• Organized and detail oriented to ensure accuracy and completeness of work.
• Affinity for documentation with a mindset for thoroughness and accuracy.
• Professional communication skills both written and verbal to address internal and external customer issues / requirements.
• Proven ability to work independently with limited supervision, while keeping management informed.
• Strong sense of urgency and responsiveness to ensure commitments are met.
• Previous experience in an ISO 9001 / AS9100 facility is a plus.
• Experienced with MS office tools (Word and Excel) Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD Clearance

Pay Range: $23.37-$27.63

This position is restricted to U.S. citizens due to U.S. federal government contracts that require the employment of only persons who are U.S. citizens.

Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as protected veteran, or any other protected class.