Position Summary

Arnold Magnetic Technologies is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Technician to join our Quality Control Department. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment, strong analytical skills, and a passion for maintaining high-quality standards. While prior industry experience is preferred, we are willing to train and develop the right individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, final, and first-piece inspections to ensure product conformance to engineering specifications and blueprints.
• Conduct visual and dimensional inspections using precision instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and optical comparators.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings, applying basic GD&T principles.
• Create and maintain inspection documentation including FAIRs, inspection reports, and quality records.
• Assist with conducting quality audits and in maintaining AS9100/ISO9001 quality systems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Support root cause analysis, RMA/MRB reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze inspection and test data to identify trends and recommend process improvements.
• Train operators on visual standards, deburring, and in-process inspection procedures.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure inspection equipment is in proper working condition.
• Participate in FMEA and capability (Cp/Cpk) or Gage R&R studies as required.
• Analyze magnetic material compliance to chemical and magnetic standards using XRF and hysteresis graph data.
• Perform other tasks as requested by management.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or associate degree in manufacturing, engineering, or quality is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in quality assurance or inspection within a manufacturing environment.
• Background in machining, foundry, heat treat, or magnetic materials is a plus.

Required Skills:

• Proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation (basic GD&T required).
• Strong understanding of measurement methods and metrology principles.
• Hands-on experience with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges, etc.).
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Strong math and geometry/trigonometry skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with SPC, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methods.
• Familiarity with AS9100/ISO9001 quality systems.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Experience with Keyence IM systems and Net-Inspect portals.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality software tools.

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