Senior Quality Lab Technician – Precision Measurements

Kennametal Stellite Inc.; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal Inc. Roanoke Rapids, NC seeks a quality technician experienced in lab measurements, calibration, and in-process inspections. You will read part prints, perform Cp/Cpk analyses, and report findings to Quality Management. Expect equipment calibration, calibration software upkeep, and collaboration with multiple departments.

The role emphasizes strong communication, adherence to SOPs, and use of SAP, GageTrak, and Microsoft Office. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Perform gage calibration and maintenance.
• Be proficient in software including SAP, Microsoft Office, and GageTrak.
• Have 1–3 years of relevant experience (preferred).
• Vocational training or equivalent industry experience (preferred).
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and insert charts.
• Follow procedures and work instructions for customer certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual measurements using comparators, Keyence systems, hard gages, and other equipment.
• Perform calibration and maintain calibration software.
• Perform in-process inspections of inserts, as needed.
• Conduct internal process audits, as needed.
• Read and interpret dimensions and instructions from part prints.
• Perform Cp and Cpk measurements for the certification process.
• Understand process routing.
• Conduct special testing and analysis to support plant problem-solving efforts and engineering projects.
• Interface with equipment vendors as needed.
• Work with SAP and perform data entry.
• Maintain timely and accurate records.
• Demonstrate strong coordination, communication, and organizational skills.
• Report to the Quality Manager and collaborate with all departments.
• Work effectively in a diverse environment with self-motivation.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading engineering drawings

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

GageTrak

Job description

Kennametal Inc. Roanoke Rapids, NC seeks a quality technician experienced in lab measurements, calibration, and in-process inspections. You will read part prints, perform Cp/Cpk analyses, and report findings to Quality Management. Expect equipment calibration, calibration software upkeep, and collaboration with multiple departments.

The role emphasizes strong communication, adherence to SOPs, and use of SAP, GageTrak, and Microsoft Office. Equal opportunity employer.