Quality Technician I

Keel; Hollywood (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefit Package

Competitive Pay

401K Match

HSA/FSA

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities

Shift Differentials

Overtime Potential

Paid on the Job Training

Certification Sponsorship Opportunites

Committed to Individual Career Growth

We Do Fun Things, Plus More!

Job summary

Keel, a leader in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing, is seeking a Quality Technician I. You will perform basic inspection and testing to ensure materials, in-process products, and finished goods meet specifications under supervision.

Join a team delivering critical missions through precision inspection, documentation, and continuous improvement. This entry-level role emphasizes training, quality systems, and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certificate preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 0–2 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measurement tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers).
• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Measure and visually inspect parts to verify conformance to specifications.
• Approve incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods based on documented standards.
• Document inspection results in reports and logs.
• Initiate non-conformance reports as directed.
• Communicate required adjustments to Production Supervisor.
• Maintain measurement equipment by following operating instructions and verifying calibration status.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support ISO9001 quality system requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measurement accuracy

Documentation & reporting

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate

Tools

Tape measures

Calipers

Micrometers

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.
Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands-on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.

That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real-world results.
We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.

Your Mission

The Quality Technician I performs basic inspection and testing activities to ensure incoming materials, in process production, and finished products meet customer and company specifications. This role works under close supervision and supports quality assurance processes within a manufacturing environment.

Explore The Depth Of The Role

• Measure and visually inspect parts to verify conformance to specifications
• Approve incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods based on documented standards
• Document inspection results in reports and logs
• Initiate non-conformance reports as directed
• Communicate required adjustments to Production Supervisor
• Maintain measurement equipment by following operating instructions and verifying calibration status
• Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support ISO9001 quality system requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Mission Readiness:

• Associate degree or technical certificate preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0–2 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read blueprints and use tape measures, calipers, and micrometers
• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills

Travel Requirements

• Between facilities as needed

Physical Requirements

• May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
• May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver

Become a part of our Builders and you too can...

• Uphold Safety and Quality Standards
• Embody Team Spirit
• Relentless Customer Focus
• Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism
• Execute with Excellence and Velocity

What Keel Will Build For You

• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Competitive Pay
• 401K Match
• HSA/FSA
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Shift Differentials
• Overtime Potential
• Paid on the Job Training
• Certification Sponsorship Opportunities
• Committed to Individual Career Growth
• We Do Fun Things, Plus More!

Need Assistance?

If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the employment process, please email [e-mail] with details about your request and your contact information. Accommodation requests are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis. Please note that this email address is monitored only for inquiries related to reasonable accommodation requests.

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