Quality Technician

Dexter Magnetic Technologies; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Magnetic Component Engineering, a Dexter Magnetic Technologies subsidiary, located in Torrance, CA, seeks a Quality Technician to perform advanced dimensional inspection and support AS9100 compliance. You will analyze measurement data, participate in CAPAs, and manage quality documentation using Epicor ERP.

We require an Associate degree or equivalent in Metrology/Engineering/Quality, 3+ years of manufacturing experience, GD&T proficiency, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in metrology/quality
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient with precise inspection tools and measurement methods
• Knowledge of MSA and gage R&R techniques
• Ability to read complex mechanical drawings with GD&T
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Epicor preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Evaluate measurement uncertainty and gage capability.
• Support GR&R studies and other MSA activities.
• Analyze data trends and assist root-cause investigations.
• Review engineering drawings and customer quality requirements.
• Assist with First Article Inspections (AS9102).
• Control nonconforming material and manage RMA data.
• Process corrective actions and CAPAs with stakeholders.
• Monitor quality metrics and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Measurement tools proficiency

Gage R&R/MSA knowledge

Reading GD&T drawings

Clear communication

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in Metrology/Engineering/Quality

Tools

Epicor ERP

GD&T software

Job description

Magnetic Component Engineering (“MCE”), a subsidiary of Dexter Magnetic Technologies (“Dexter”), manufactures permanent magnets and magnetic assemblies made to demanding customer specification in the aerospace / defense, semiconductor equipment, medical, and industrial end markets. MCE is based in Torrance, CA and operates one 48,000 square foot facility with 85 employees.

For more information on Magnetic Component Engineering, please visit: https://www.mceproducts.com/.

The Quality Technician is responsible for performing advanced dimensional inspection, supporting measurement system analysis (MSA), Gage R&R and managing quality data and documentation. This role plays a key part in ensuring measurement accuracy, identifying nonconformances, supporting root cause analysis, and maintaining compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.

Major Responsibilities

• Evaluate measurement uncertainty, gage capability, and suitability of measurement methods.
• Support and perform Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility (GR&R) studies and other Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities.
• Support analysis of measurement data trends and assist with root cause investigations related to dimensional or measurement issues.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer quality requirements.
• Support and/or complete First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements, customer and or company requirements
• Control nonconforming material, including identification, segregation, documentation, and disposition in accordance with company procedures (DMR’s)
• Process customer returns (RMA’s) and internal nonconformances, including data collection and analysis.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective action activities related to quality issues.
• Utilize Epicor ERP to process transactions.
• Assist with follow up on corrective actions (CAPAs) with internal stakeholders
• Monitor and analyze quality metrics, including cost of quality, returns, and inspection data.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, efficiency, and cost of quality.
• Originate, maintain, and retrieve quality documentation and records in accordance with AS9100 and company procedures.
• Participate in resolving quality concerns involving manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers.
• Support internal and external quality audits, as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Required

• Associate degree in Metrology, Engineering, Quality, or related technical field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced understanding and knowledge of using precise inspection tools
• Knowledge of measurement system analysis, gage R&R
• Ability to understand technical and quality information as it relates to business.
• Strong oral, written and listening communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex mechanical drawings with GD&T required
• Familiarity with ERP systems required (Epicor preferred)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Nature of Position and Business Environment

Challenge and creativity:

• As a quality professional to be an example of the highest professional, ethical, and moral standards for other quality personnel.

Interactions:

• With the Quality Manager and Quality engineers - to develop quality enhancements and quality plans that improve quality objectives and quality cost improvements.
• With inspectors and employees - to motivate others on quality issues.
• With Product Development Engineering – act as the primary inspector of prototype jobs.
• Full responsibility and authority to control the quality of the product and to service customers

Organizational Relationships - Quality Technician reports to the Quality Manager and interacts with

engineering, quality and other personnel, including management.

Supervision Provided

• No responsibility for supervision of other Dexter associates

Hourly Rate:$30-$36

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Basic Life/AD&D (includes coverage for dependents 100% Company paid), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability (100% Company paid), Supplemental Life/AD&D, 401(k) with Company match, tuition assistance after 1 year, paid time off, and 11 paid holidays.

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