Quality Technician

Jupiter Bach Group; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6S improvement programs

Job summary

Jupiter Bach Group is seeking a Quality Technician in Pensacola, FL to ensure product quality through rigorous inspection and accurate kit assembly. The role works with Operations and reports to PNS QM, supporting 6S initiatives and continuous improvement.

You will inspect products, document results, and help implement corrective actions to maintain ISO quality standards. Required is a high school diploma or GED with 2+ years in quality/safety, strong attention to detail, and ability to work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of quality/regulatory experience.
• Experience implementing 6S and participating in audits.
• Ability to read drawings and BOMs and work with QC records.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections to verify conformance to specs.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate records in QMS.
• Identify nonconforming materials and initiate corrective actions.
• Conduct first article inspections and assist supplier quality evaluations.
• Use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM to verify requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to reduce defects.
• Support 6S improvements and maintain organized kitting area.
• Label, package, and prepare kits for delivery to lines or customers.

Skills

Quality inspections

Documentation

Nonconforming materials

Calipers and micrometers

6S improvement

Audit support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

MUST BE LOCAL TO PENSACOLA, FL AREA

Who We Are

At Jupiter Bach, we don’t just build parts, we build critical components for wind energy that power the future. Everything we do is grounded in our core values: We Care, We Deliver, We Innovate We’re looking for people who take pride in their work, show up ready to contribute, and want to be part of a team that expects more and delivers more.

Position Summary:

The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring product quality through rigorous inspection processes and the accurate assembly of kits for production or customer fulfillment. This role works closely with the Operations team and maintains a dotted-line reporting relationship to PNS QM to align quality standards and kitting procedures across the organization. A secondary focus includes supporting 6S workplace organization initiatives to drive continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of products and materials to verify conformance to specifications, drawings, and quality standards.
• Document inspection results using appropriate forms, logs, or quality management systems (QMS); maintain accurate and complete records.
• Identify, tag, segregate, and report nonconforming materials; initiate or support corrective action requests (CARs) as needed.
• Conduct first article inspections (FAI) and assist with supplier quality evaluations.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM, etc.) to verify dimensional and functional requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues and reduce defect rates.
• Support internal and external audits; assist in maintaining ISO or other relevant quality certifications.
• Communicate quality trends and inspection findings to PNS QM on a regular basis.
• Accurately pick, stage, verify, and assemble kits per bills of materials (BOMs), work orders, or customer requirements.
• Inspect all components for damage, correctness, and completeness prior to kit assembly.
• Label, package, and prepare kits for delivery to production lines or for customer shipment.
• Maintain organized kitting area; manage component inventory and flag shortages or discrepancies to the appropriate team.
• Continuously identify and suggest improvements to kitting processes to reduce errors and cycle time.
• Actively participate in 6S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety) improvement projects within the facility.
• Assist in developing and maintaining 6S standards, visual controls, and shadow boards.
• Conduct periodic 6S audits and report findings; support root cause analysis and corrective actions for 6S non-conformances.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and workplace organization among peers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Adheres to the safety rules of JUPITER BACH

Education and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent from an accredited institution and 2+ quality regulatory requirement experience
• 2+ years’ experience quality and/or safety experience

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and process adherence.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and use of quality systems.
• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and extra hours, as needed

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline

• Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the quality specialization.
• Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.
• Familiarity with 6S / Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools and the ability to read engineering drawings and BOMs.

Physical Requirements:

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Sitting at a workstation for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up-to 40 pounds
• Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
• Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to bend and crawl for 7+ hours per shift
• Must be able to climb ladders for 4+ hours per shift
• Must be able to stand for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to walk for 6+ hours per shift
• Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shift