Quality Technician

Dana Incorporated; Paris (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Incorporated in the United States is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure products meet established quality standards by performing inspections, tests, and measurements across the manufacturing process. You will document inspection results and non-conformances, assist in root-cause analysis and corrective actions, and support internal and external audits with quality data.

The role requires strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and IATF 16949, proficiency with calipers and micrometers, attention

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Trade School or Associate’s Degree.
• 4+ years of experience in quality inspection.
• Experience with precision measurement tools and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Accurately record inspection results, non-conformances, and test data. Prepare reports for internal use and communicate findings to relevant departments.
• Assist in investigating quality issues, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with engineering and production teams.
• Operate and maintain precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other testing equipment.
• Ensure calibration and proper usage to maintain accuracy.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and performing audit-related tasks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and process efficiency.

Skills

Quality management systems

Inspection techniques

Precision measurement tools

Root cause analysis

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma / Trade School / Associate's Degree

Tools

Calipers & Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

The Quality Technician ensures that products meet established quality standards and specifications by performing inspections, tests, and measurements throughout the manufacturing process. This role supports production teams by identifying defects, documenting non-conformances, and assisting in root cause analysis and corrective actions. The Quality Technician contributes to continuous improvement efforts and helps maintain compliance with customer and industry requirements.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of incoming materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Accurately record inspection results, non-conformances, and test data. Prepare reports for internal use and communicate findings to relevant departments.
• Assist in investigating quality issues, identifying root causes, and implementing corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with engineering and production teams.
• Operate and maintain precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other testing equipment.
• Ensure calibration and proper usage to maintain accuracy.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and performing audit-related tasks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and process efficiency.

Education And Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Trade School, or Associate’s Degree
• 4+ years of experience

Skills

• Strong working knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949), inspection techniques, and precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement methodologies is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to identify defects, analyze data, and support resolution of quality issues.
• Must be detail-oriented with strong analytical skills to ensure product compliance and support process improvements.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.