Senior QA Inspector - Solder & First Article Expert

BroadBean; Island (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson EFD is seeking a Quality Assurance Lead Technician to focus on new product development, first articles, calibration, and problem solving across products. The role involves testing, inspection, and data analysis to ensure quality and reliability throughout production.

You will perform various inspections, read drawings, operate precision measuring equipment, and participate in MRB and SPC activities. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years QA experience or equivalent.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate in English.
• Comfortable working with chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Perform variable and attribute inspections on incoming product.
• Read blueprints and related documents.
• Use micrometers, height gauges, dial indicators and gages.
• Operate Video Measuring Equipment, Microscopes and Optical Comparator.
• Familiar with hydrostatic, impact and destructive testing.
• Document findings per policy and procedure.
• Knowledge of MRB process and disposition materials.
• First article inspections and calibration documentation.
• Maintain calibration records and certificates.
• Conduct internal audits and assist engineering/manufacturing in issue resolution.
• Serve as solder QA technician.

Skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Calipers & micrometers

Soldering experience

Minitab

SAP ERP

Job description

Nordson EFD is seeking a Quality Assurance Lead Technician to focus on new product development, first articles, calibration, and problem solving across products. The role involves testing, inspection, and data analysis to ensure quality and reliability throughout production.

You will perform various inspections, read drawings, operate precision measuring equipment, and participate in MRB and SPC activities. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential.