Senior Quality Technician

Boyd; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Sr. Quality Technician (Clean Room) to support customer-specific quality requirements and clean room manufacturing. You will inspect, test, verify processes, and document quality activities to ensure compliance with internal systems and customer specs.

You’ll collaborate with Production and Engineering on issue resolution and continuous improvement. The role involves using Keyence, Instron, microscopes and other inspection tools, plus LPAs, 5S, and audits to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• Two+ years of manufacturing quality experience preferred; automotive/medical device or clean room experience is a plus.
• Experience with particulate testing, cleanliness verification or contamination control is advantageous.
• Experience supporting PPAP, validation activities and customer-specific quality requirements preferred.
• Strong documentation, problem solving, and teamwork capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections in the clean room to verify product meets requirements.
• Follow gowning, PPE, contamination control and housekeeping to maintain a controlled environment.
• Conduct quality testing (peel, tensile, torque, dyne, particulate, dimensional) using approved methods.
• Use inspection tools (Keyence, Instron, microscopes, calipers, gauges) to verify conformance.
• Monitor quality during production via SPC and ongoing verifications; assist with nonconformances and corrective actions.
• Identify, document and coordinate containment of nonconforming material and NCRs as needed.
• Review inspection/test results; generate reports; maintain COAs, logs, traceability and documentation.
• Perform LPAs, 5S audits, clean room audits to support compliance and improvement.
• Support calibration of clean room equipment and maintenance of SOPs; assist PPAP/validation activities.

Skills

Measurement & inspection tools

Instron testing

SPC & GD&T

Clean room practices

Documentation & record-keeping

Investigations & containment

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certification in Quality/Compliance

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Optical systems

Microscopes

Keyence equipment

Instron equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Clean Room Quality Technician supports customer‑specific quality requirements and clean room manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for inspection, testing, process verification, and quality documentation activities to ensure compliance with internal requirements, customer specifications, and the Quality Management System. Working closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality Engineering, this position serves as the primary Quality resource for clean room operations, supporting issue resolution, containment activities, inspection systems, and continuous improvement initiatives for current and future clean room programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in‑process, and final inspections in the clean room to verify product meets internal requirements, customer specifications, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Follow clean room gowning, PPE, contamination control, and housekeeping requirements to maintain a controlled manufacturing environment.
• Perform quality testing and product verification using approved methods and equipment, including mechanical, dimensional, surface, and cleanliness testing (such as peel, tensile, torque, dyne, particulate, and dimensional inspections).
• Use inspection and test equipment including Keyence systems, Instron equipment, microscopes, calipers, gauges, and other approved measurement tools to verify product conformance.
• Monitor product quality during production through SPC, routine inspections, and process verification activities, and work closely with Production and Engineering to address nonconforming conditions and support corrective actions.
• Identify, document, and help coordinate containment of nonconforming material, including internal rejects, supplier issues, quarantine activities, and NCR documentation as required.
• Review and analyze inspection and test results, generate required reports, and maintain inspection logs, test reports, Certificates of Analysis (COAs), traceability records, and other required documentation in accordance with company and customer requirements.
• Perform Layered Process Audits (LPAs), 5S verification, clean room audits, and other quality system checks to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Support calibration activities for clean room inspection and test equipment, assist with maintaining SOPs and work instructions, and provide support for PPAP, validation, and other quality initiatives as needed..

Position Title: Sr. Quality Technician (Clean Room)

Job Type: Full‑Time (onsite)

Department: Quality Assurance

Rev Date: 5/1/2026

Plant Location: Boyd - Grand Rapids

Reports To: Quality Manager

Skills & Competencies

• Experience using measurement and inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, optical systems, microscopes, and Keyence equipment
• Experience using Instron or similar testing equipment preferred
• Working knowledge of SPC, Control Plans, sampling plans, and GD&T
• Understanding of clean room practices, contamination control, and required gowning / PPE expectations
• Strong attention to detail with accurate documentation and record‑keeping skills
• Ability to identify quality issues, support investigations, and coordinate containment activities
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Good analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with other team members

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree, technical certification, or related training in Quality, Compliance, or a similar field preferred
• Two or more years of experience in manufacturing quality or a related technical role preferred
• Experience in automotive, medical device, or clean room manufacturing environments preferred
• Experience with particulate testing, cleanliness verification, or contamination control is a plus
• Experience supporting PPAP, validation activities, and customer‑specific quality requirements preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The position involves regular work in both office and production environments, with significant time spent in clean room manufacturing areas. The role will require wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), clean room gowning, and other protective equipment as designated by company policy. The position may require standing or walking for extended periods of time, as well as frequent use of hands and fingers for operating inspection equipment, handling materials, completing testing activities, and data entry. The position may require lifting objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Much of the work will involve using a computer to manage records, generate reports, and communicate with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at‑will” basis.

Location is Grand Rapids, Michigan

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EEO Statement

Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.