Quality Technician

Actalent; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Lead Mechanical Inspector/Quality Technician to oversee inspection activities from incoming materials to final release in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Tucson, AZ. You will mentor inspectors, ensure AS9100/ISO 9001 compliance, and guide root cause analyses and corrective actions.

The role requires expertise in GD&T, first article inspections, CMM use, and strong documentation. You will collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to drive process improvements and

Qualifications

• Experience in quality control and assurance.
• Familiarity with AS9102 FAIRs and ISO/AS9100 standards.
• Ability to read drawings and GD&T.
• Experience leading inspectors.
• Strong documentation and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Operate CMM and portable metrology equipment.
• Complete First Article Inspections (FAIRs) per AS9102 standards.
• Review and validate inspection results.
• Create, manage, and close NCRs for nonconforming material.
• Lead and provide technical guidance to inspectors.
• Train inspectors on inspection methods and quality requirements.
• Prioritize inspection work based on production needs.
• Troubleshoot complex inspection and quality issues.
• Maintain compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards.
• Support audits, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate inspection and quality documentation.

Skills

Inspection techniques

AS9102 FAIR

ISO 9001 / AS9100

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Visual inspection

Leadership & training

Tools

CMM

Portable metrology equipment

Job description

Job Title: Quality TechnicianJob Description

We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Inspector to provide hands‑on inspection expertise and technical leadership throughout the manufacturing process, from incoming materials through final product release. This role serves as a key resource for inspection methods, quality standards, and customer requirements, including complex and serialized production parts. The successful candidate will guide inspection activities, mentor other inspectors, ensure quality and regulatory requirements are met, and collaborate closely with manufacturing and quality teams to improve processes and deliver high‑quality products.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Operate FARO, portable CMMs, and other precision inspection equipment.
• Complete First Article Inspections (FAIRs) per AS9102 standards.
• Review and validate inspection results.
• Create, manage, and close NCRs for nonconforming material.
• Lead and provide technical guidance to inspectors.
• Train inspectors on inspection methods, GD&T, and quality requirements.
• Prioritize inspection work based on production needs.
• Troubleshoot complex inspection and quality issues.
• Maintain compliance with AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards.
• Support audits, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate inspection and quality documentation.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in inspection techniques and quality assurance.
• Experience with AS9102 FAIR, ISO 9001, and AS9100 standards.
• Capability in GD&T, blueprint reading, and visual inspection.
• Proficiency with CMM and portable metrology equipment.
• Ability to lead and train other inspectors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in quality control and assurance.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for complex inspection and quality issues.
• Ability to maintain compliance and documentation accurately.

Work Environment

The work environment is collaborative, innovative, and fast‑paced. Employees are encouraged to take ownership, solve problems, share new ideas, and work across teams to deliver high‑quality solutions for customers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tucson, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tucson, AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 11, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tucson,AZ.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 400. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.