Quality Technician

Element Materials Technology; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology is seeking a Quality Technician in South Windsor, CT to support quality, process control, calibration, RCCA, and continuous improvement across MPI, FPI, Etch and IUT.

You will analyze chemical processing steps, adjust solutions, monitor conditions, and troubleshoot to keep Etch operations within spec while maintaining safety and compliance. Training will be provided as you develop process knowledge and become a technical resource for the organization.

Qualifications

• Quality & problem solving to identify root causes and implement actions.
• Technical aptitude to troubleshoot inspection equipment and processes.
• Knowledge of chemical processing and safe procedures.
• Calibration activities: verification and documentation of equipment.
• Continuous improvement mindset to enhance quality, stability and productivity.
• Strong communication and teamwork across Quality, Operations, Engineering and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Quality & Process Control - support quality and process control across MPI, FPI, Etch, and IUT; address deviations and quality concerns.
• Calibration & Equipment Control - calibrate, verify, and document inspection and process equipment; handle out-of-calibration issues.
• RCCA & Problem Solving - participate in RCCA, investigate nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
• Etch Process Support - analyze solutions, perform chemical additions, monitor processes to maintain chemistry.
• Continuous Improvement - identify opportunities to improve quality, stability and compliance across departments.
• Training & Compliance - train staff on requirements; assist audits and safety standards.

Skills

Quality & Problem Solving

Technical Aptitude

Chemical Process Knowledge

Calibration & Documentation

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Communication & Teamwork

Job description

Quality Technician

Job Locations

US-CT-South Windsor

Overview

The Quality Technician is responsible for supporting quality, process control, calibration, RCCA, and continuous improvement activities across Element's NDT operations. This position will provide hands‑on technical and quality support to MPI, FPI, Etch, and IUT departments.

A key responsibility of this position will be supporting the Etch department's chemical processing systems by performing solution analysis, making required chemical/solution additions, monitoring process conditions, and troubleshooting chemistry‑related issues to maintain stable operations and minimize production interruptions.

The Quality Technician will also support calibration activities, root cause investigations, corrective actions, process audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position will work closely with Operations, Quality, and technical personnel to identify process improvements, maintain compliance with customer and internal requirements, and ensure consistent product quality.

Training will be provided on Element's specific chemical processing systems, analytical methods, quality procedures, and applicable processes. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a strong working knowledge of the facility's NDT and chemical processing operations and become a key technical resource for the organization.

Salary: $28- $30/hr DOE

Responsibilities

• Quality & Process Control - Support quality and process control activities across MPI, FPI, Etch, and IUT; identify and address process deviations and quality concerns.
• Calibration & Equipment Control - Perform and coordinate calibration, verification, and documentation of inspection and process equipment; support investigations involving out-of-calibration equipment.
• RCCA & Problem Solving - Participate in RCCA, nonconformance investigations, and corrective actions; identify root causes and verify effectiveness of solutions.
• Etch Process Support - Perform solution analysis, chemical additions, and process monitoring to maintain proper chemistry and keep Etch operations running within established requirements.
• Continuous Improvement - Identify and implement opportunities to improve quality, process stability, productivity, and compliance across supported departments.
• Training & Compliance - Train and support employees on quality and process requirements; assist with audits, documentation, customer requirements, and applicable safety and regulatory standards.

Skills / Qualifications

• Quality & Problem Solving - Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate issues, determine root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability to understand and troubleshoot inspection equipment, chemical processing systems, and technical processes.
• Chemical Process Knowledge - Ability to learn and perform solution analysis and chemical additions while following established procedures and safety requirements.
• Calibration & Documentation - Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately perform, document, and maintain calibration and quality records.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset - Ability to identify process inefficiencies, analyze trends, and implement practical improvements.
• Communication & Teamwork - Ability to work effectively with Quality, Operations, Engineering, and leadership while training and supporting personnel across multiple departments.

Company Overview

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to 'Make tomorrow safer than today'.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming "the world's most trusted testing partner".

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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