Job Description

Quality Technician / Inspector

Job Title: Quality Technician / Inspector

Department: Quality Assurance

Reports To: Quality Manager

Location: Rusco Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician / Inspector to ensure products meet established quality standards and customer requirements. This role is responsible for inspecting materials, components, and finished products; documenting inspection results; identifying nonconformances; and supporting continuous improvement efforts throughout the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of products and materials.

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.

• Proficiently Operate Zeiss CMM and Calypso software to ensure accurate product measurements and compliance with quality standards.

• Proficiently Operate a Keyence CMM

• Use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other inspection equipment.

• Perform product inspections and testing to meet customer and Rusco Mfg quality specifications, generating quality docuements such as inspection reports, certificates of conformance, and material certification packets for customers.

• Identify, document, and report nonconforming materials or products.

• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective actions.

• Support internal audits and quality system compliance activities.

• Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.

• Maintain calibration records and ensure inspection equipment is properly maintained.

• Collaborate with production, engineering, and management teams to resolve quality issues.

• Support the scrap/re-work process for discrepant products, ensuring proper documentation and corrective action implementation

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ of experience with CMM operation ( Zeiss hardware and Calypso software )
• 1–3 years of quality inspection or manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience using precision measurement tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Capable of using measuring instruments, i.e. micrometer, calipers, gages, etc

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate degree in a technical field.
• Experience with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or similar quality systems.
• Knowledge of SPC, GD&T, and root cause analysis methods.
• Quality certifications such as CQI, CQT, or related credentials.
• Proficient use of Coordinating Measuring Machine (CMM), optical comparators and other tools and equipment used to inspect
• Prior Experience in gage calibration and maintenance, with ability to manage and oversee related processes.
• Understanding and application of SPC technicques.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout a manufacturing environment.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive inspection tasks and use measuring equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match

Compensation

Pay Range: $20 - $24 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)