Quality Technician - Lean QA & Process Improvement

Hypertherm Associates; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 68,541,000 - 114,301,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing bonus

Health premium reductions

No layoffs

Employee stock ownership

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Hypertherm Associates is seeking an experienced Quality Technician for the OMAX Waterjet team in Kent, WA. The role focuses on inspections, gauge calibration, audits, and troubleshooting in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will apply quality tools and collaborate with internal customers while progressing in a mentorship-driven environment. Onsite schedule is Monday–Friday, with competitive pay and a strong benefits program designed for long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Holds a high school diploma or GED and is eligible to work in the US.
• Demonstrates competence in quality procedures, measurement systems, and print reading.
• Willingness to pursue ASQ quality certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform measurement, inspection, gauge tracking, calibrations, audits, and troubleshooting.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers to relay quality information.
• Apply basic quality tools (5 Why, Pareto, Check Sheets) in daily tasks.
• Use mathematics, metrology, calibration, and quality principles in inspections.
• Support others with gauge/instrument use, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Participate in lean events and continuous improvement activities such as kaizen and 3P.
• Follow control of non-conforming material processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Measurement & metrology

Computer skills (MS Office)

Team player

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

HS diploma or GED

ASQ quality certifications (pursuing)

Tools

CMM/PC-DMIS

GageTrak

Minitab

SolidWorks

Job description

Hypertherm Associates is seeking an experienced Quality Technician for the OMAX Waterjet team in Kent, WA. The role focuses on inspections, gauge calibration, audits, and troubleshooting in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

You will apply quality tools and collaborate with internal customers while progressing in a mentorship-driven environment. Onsite schedule is Monday–Friday, with competitive pay and a strong benefits program designed for long-term growth.