Quality Technician I: Precision Inspection & PPAP

Cadrex; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance (employer-paid)

Disability insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Remote work stipend (qualifying roles)

401(k) with employer match

Education support

Safety eyewear/shoe reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Bonus plan for all full-time employees

Job summary

Cadrex is seeking a Quality Technician I to strengthen our manufacturing processes through measurement, data analysis, and continual improvement. You will verify parts, support the floor with documentation, and apply quality concepts to meet customer expectations.

Experience in metal fabrication and familiarity with measurement hardware is preferred. The role is onsite with opportunities for growth within a dynamic team that values safety and accuracy.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in metal fabrication environment with QA focus.
• Read and write simple instructions and memos.
• Present information clearly in one-on-one and small groups.
• Basic arithmetic and data interpretation.
• Familiarity with FARO and Micro-Vu measurement equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Release products for shipping with proper documentation per customer specs.
• Apply basic GD&T concepts during inspection and verification.
• Perform dimensional verification of PPAP and first article parts.
• Support production by interpreting manufacturing docs and teaching measurement techniques.
• Inspect manufactured and raw materials at receiving per process.

Skills

GD&T concepts

Dimensional verification

Data collection & analysis

Measurement equipment operation

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Tools

FARO

Micro-Vu

Job description

Cadrex is seeking a Quality Technician I to strengthen our manufacturing processes through measurement, data analysis, and continual improvement. You will verify parts, support the floor with documentation, and apply quality concepts to meet customer expectations.

Experience in metal fabrication and familiarity with measurement hardware is preferred. The role is onsite with opportunities for growth within a dynamic team that values safety and accuracy.