Quality Technician

Frencken America Inc.; Liberty Lake (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation annually

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Frencken America Inc. in Liberty Lake, WA is seeking a dependable Quality Control Technician. This full-time role involves inspecting in-process and finished assemblies, documenting results, and ensuring compliance with quality standards in an ISO Class 7 cleanroom environment.

The ideal candidate will have two years of experience in inspection, familiarity with ISO 9001 standards, and proficiency in using precision instruments. The position offers benefits including company-paid health insurance, vacation, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in inspection and/or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with statistical process control and Lean concepts.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming materials and finished products for quality compliance.
• Document inspection results and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Inspection and manufacturing experience

Precision instruments usage

Basic understanding of ISO 9001 standards

Statistical process control knowledge

Lean concepts familiarity

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Job description

We are seeking a dependable Quality Control (QC) Technician to join our team. This position is primarily responsible for the inspection of in-process and finished assemblies, identifying defects, documenting results, and working closely with production teams to drive continuous improvement and prevent quality issues. Work is performed in an ISO Class 7 cleanroom environment, requiring adherence to contamination‑control procedures. Employees must wear appropriate cleanroom garments (gown, hood, gloves, face mask, and boot covers) and follow established protocols.

Location: Liberty Lake, WA facility. This is an onsite, full‑time position. Salary: $20–$21 per hour. Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:00a.m.–4:30p.m.

Essential Functions

• Inspect incoming materials, in‑process assemblies, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and test fixtures.
• Document inspection results, nonconformances, and corrective actions in quality records and systems.
• Identify, isolate, and report nonconforming materials or products.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve quality issues and support root cause analysis.
• Support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to reduce defects and improve processes.
• Verify adherence to work instructions, assembly procedures, and quality control plans.
• Assist with internal audits, process audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe inspection area.
• Maintain the Frencken America measurement tool calibration process.
• Meet output requirements to support Production schedule.
• Take initiative to seek productivity improvements.
• Communicate effectively with customers, management, and employees.
• Perform all other duties as necessary or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Two (2) years of experience in inspection and/or manufacturing, including working with precision instruments.
• Basic understanding or equivalent work experience in ISO 9001 standards.
• Familiar with statistical process control, 5S, and Lean concepts.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Physical Characteristics

• Must be able to sit/stand for up to 10 hours, walk, talk, hear, grasp, reach, lift 30lbs, pull/push 100lbs, carry 30lbs.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks.
• Must don and doff Personal Protective Equipment and work in a cleanroom environment.
• Will be exposed to static magnetic fields and magnetic components.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus with or without corrective lenses.
• Must be able to differentiate between colors.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties/responsibilities of this job.

Benefits

• Company‑paid individual medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three (3) weeks of vacation annually.
• Sick leave.
• 401(k) offering with employer match.
• Company‑paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance and Long‑Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life/AD&D and Short‑term Disability offerings.