Quality Technician

Howmet; Winsted, Winchester (CT, CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Quality Technician to join their Winsted team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure product integrity by providing technician support to production and quality systems. Your responsibilities will include administering the certified operator program, conducting inspections, and maintaining quality records. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to critical industries, including transportation and defense, where your work will have a direct impact on safety and reliability. Join us and take the next step in your career as a Quality Technician.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance and inspection processes.
• Ability to train and audit certified operators.

Responsibilities

• Administer the certified operator program and conduct audits.
• Interface with customers and suppliers for compliance.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Inspection Techniques

Data Entry

Training and Auditing

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Quality Control

Tools

Data Myte

SPC Software

Job description

Responsibilities

Let your Career take Flight. We are now hiring a Quality Technician to join our Winsted, CT team.

SUMMARY

The Quality Technician is responsible for providing technician support to production and systems quality, administrative systems of the certified operator/inspector program, inspection, and all internal special processes (except FPI) within the Winsted operation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Initiate/source inspection/product release and review customer purchase orders and specifications for compliance as part of DSQR/Product Release Agent.
2. Administer the certified operator/inspector program, including training, testing, and auditing.
3. Investigate and document certified operator findings and issue appropriate corrective actions/written reports.
4. Maintain drawings and specifications for the Winsted plant, record retention files, and all quality records.
5. Maintain document revision history, including archive database.
6. Input MRB data entry.
7. Provide training on various quality issues/programs as needed.
8. Disposition and submit MRB parts.
9. Support administration responsibilities of RMD data entry and Data Myte / SPC collection issues as needed.
10. Support administration responsibilities of master shop floor router changes and drafting department (operation sheet instructions) (off shift).
11. Follow policies and procedures outlined in Employee Handbook.
12. Perform all other job duties as assigned.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Actively participate, promote, and comply with all EHS programs and policies.
2. Maintain Final Inspector status.
3. Conduct internal audits.
4. Support administration responsibilities within the Central Quality department as needed.
5. Interface with customers and suppliers as required.
6. Witness welder qualification submittals and perform weld visual inspections.
7. Report quality measures to manufacturing staff periodically.
8. Perform other duties to meet business needs.
9. Support shop floor production as needed.
10. Ensure compliance with corporate and plant protocols including EHS, SOX, Ethics of Business, ABS, ASAT, ISO, and export control.

Our products are used in critical industries such as transportation, defense, and energy infrastructure, impacting lives and livelihoods. As a Quality Technician, you play a vital role in ensuring product integrity—"don't take it, don't make it, and don't pass it."

Apply today and begin your journey as a Quality Technician.