Quality Technician- Group Lead

Cadence, Inc.; Suffield (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence, Inc. is seeking an experienced Quality Technician to join our Suffield team. This critical role ensures product quality for precision-manufactured components in a regulated environment. Responsibilities include detailed inspections, interpreting blueprints, utilizing precision tools, and operating CMM equipment. Ideal candidates will have 5–10 years of inspection experience in regulated industries. Join us for a stable environment with opportunities for process improvements and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of quality inspection experience in precision manufacturing.
• Experience inspecting metal components with tight tolerances.
• Background in aerospace or medical device industries (ISO 13485).
• Ability to work independently and make sound quality decisions.
• Prior experience in a lead or informal leadership role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections on precision metal components.
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T requirements.
• Utilize precision measuring tools.
• Program and operate CMM equipment.
• Document inspection results.

Skills

Technical inspection skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T interpretation

CMM operation

Independence in quality decisions

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Precision gaging

Micro-Vu

Wenzel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Quality Technician to join our Suffield team. This role is critical in ensuring product quality for precision‑manufactured components in a highly regulated environment. You’ll bring strong technical inspection skills, the ability to interpret complex drawings and tolerances, and experience working in industries where quality standards are non‑negotiable (aerospace, medical, or similar). This role also serves as a key partner to production—helping identify issues, support root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Perform detailed inspections on precision metal components with tight tolerances
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, and GD&T requirements
• Utilize precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Program and operate CMM equipment (e.g., Micro‑Vu, Wenzel or similar systems)
• Document inspection results and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Partner with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced team members as needed

As a Group Lead, You'll Also

• Function as a working lead, balancing job responsibilities with team coordination
• Lead/support daily production execution and workflow coordination
• Act as a primary escalation point for quality issues
• Operate with high ownership of process performance (no formal people‑management authority)

What We’re Looking For

• 5–10 years of quality inspection experience in a precision manufacturing environment
• Experience inspecting metal components with tight tolerances
• Background in aerospace, medical device, or other regulated industries (ISO 13485 or similar)
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills
• Hands‑on experience with:
  • Calipers, micrometers, and precision gaging
  • CMM operation (Micro‑Vu, Wenzel, or similar)
• Ability to work independently and make sound quality decisions
• Prior experience in a lead or informal leadership role preferred

Why Join Us

• Work on high‑precision, high‑impact products
• Stable, team‑oriented environment
• Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and quality excellence
• Competitive compensation aligned to experience and market

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (flexibility to start shift schedule earlier or later)