Quality Technician II

Novanta Inc.; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 45,320 - 67,700; Full time

Job summary

Novanta Inc. is seeking a QA Technician to oversee inspection processes for incoming and outgoing parts, driving quality investigations and contributing to new product development.

You will collaborate with R&D, Operations, Sales and customer service to ensure accurate quality data and timely improvements. This role requires self‑direction, strong communication, and hands‑on use of measurement tools including micrometers, height gauges, calipers, and CMMs (Zeiss Calypso).

Qualifications

• AS degree in mechanical, industrial, electrical, or manufacturing engineering.
• 3-year relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with Smartsheet, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements and show initiative.
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle) and customer portals is a plus.
• Experience with CMM, Zeiss Calypso, is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage own time and priorities with minimal supervision.
• Be detail-oriented and thorough in inspections and data collection.
• Complete FAIR in support of quality engineers.
• Work at a high pace in a changing environment.
• Communicate cross-functionally with R&D, Operations, Sales and customer service.
• Train manufacturing and inspection personnel.

Skills

Detail‑oriented

Excellent communication

Self-starter

Problem solving

Education

AS degree in mechanical, industrial, electrical or manufacturing engineering

Tools

Smartsheet

Excel

PowerPoint

ERP systems (Oracle)

Zeiss CMM Calypso

Job description

Summary

The QA Technician is responsible for the overall process of projects and inspection. This individual will be responsible for performing incoming/outgoing inspection. The QA Technician will have a strong customer focus and have the desire to drive quality investigations and improvements, and to be a contributor to new product development programs. He/She will be self‑starting, with a strong desire to succeed, and collaborate and grow with others in the organization. The candidate will demonstrate passion and rigor to learn, improve processes, and serve internal/external customers. The QA Technician will communicate cross‑functionally within the organization, with frequent interactions with R&D, Operations, Sales, and customer service. The salary for this role will range from $45,320 to $67,700 annually based on full‑time employment. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to location, relevant skills, experience, education, etc. Certain roles may be eligible for performance‑based incentive compensation and/or long‑term incentives. Incentives could be discretionary or non‑discretionary, depending on the plan. Novanta supports all aspects of your life needs. This position has the potential to provide a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ability to manage their own time and job priorities with minimal hour‑to‑hour supervision (self‑starter)
• Detail‑oriented and thorough
• Completion of FAIR in support of quality engineers
• Ability to work at a high pace, changing environment
• Ability to escape and influence cross‑functionally
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Basic understanding of computer applications including spreadsheets, manufacturing test applications, and quality analysis software
• Understand Calibration and ESD
• Use standard inspection tools, i.e., micrometers, height gage, calipers. CMM is a plus.
• Collect and analyze data to predict trends that will affect the improvement of product quality
• Ensures effective, timely communication and complete problem resolution
• Contributes to root‑cause analysis and other problem‑solving activities to identify effective corrective actions and process improvements within manufacturing, materials, engineering, and planning
• Train manufacturing and inspection personnel

General Tasks

Strict compliance with quality, occupational safety and environmental regulations. Implementation of the instructions of the quality / environmental management representative and the occupational safety specialist.

Required Experience, Education, Skills, Training and Competencies

• AS degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or similar work experience
• 3‑year relevant experience in a manufacturing environment
• Good understanding of Smartsheet, Excel and Power Point
• Must demonstrate the ability to show initiative and commitment to the company’s goals as well as readily adapt to changing requirements
• Able to work from specifications, technical manuals, schematics, and verbal/written instructions
• Ability to discuss technical problems encountered with customers, engineering, and the senior management team verbally and through the written word
• Experience with ERP systems, Oracle, and customer portal access, exp. a plus
• Experience with CMM (Zeiss CMM Calypso) is required

Travel Requirements

None

Physical Requirements

Mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer. Ability to use vision to read computer screens and read printed materials. Regularly lift 30-50 pounds & perform repetitive tasks. Regularly possess manual dexterity to assemble & test instruments quickly and accurately. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus on optical inspection equipment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy. Please call [phone] if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.