Quality Assurance Tech - Quality Assurance Tech I

Job#: 3041407

Job Description:
Quality Assurance Tech - Quality Assurance Tech I

Location: North Reading, Massachusetts (Onsite)

Compensation: $26 - $26 hourly

Role Overview

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to perform crucial inspections on robotic assemblies, mechanical components, and electronic systems. This role is essential for maintaining our quality standards by conducting detailed dimensional, functional, and visual inspections. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering and operations teams to identify and resolve quality issues in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of robotic assemblies, mechanical components, electronic assemblies, and packaging.
• Execute dimensional, functional, and visual inspections using calibrated measurement tools like calipers, gauges, and torque wrenches.
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) and validate assemblies against engineering drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Record inspection results accurately in the MES system.
• Follow and enforce the Control Plan, QC Work Instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Verify correct assembly of robotic subsystems including gantries, actuators, sensors, and camera modules.
• Escalate build quality issues and concerns to the Quality Engineer.
• Support the development and revision of inspection criteria and quality documentation.
• Report quality metrics to the team during daily stand-ups.
• Work with Process Engineers, Product Quality Engineers, and Operations to resolve quality issues.

Required Qualifications

Education: A high school diploma or GED is required.

Experience: 2+ years of experience in a quality inspection role within a manufacturing or assembly environment, including experience with mechanical and electromechanical assembly inspection.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and BOMs. Familiarity with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, and optical inspection equipment. Experience with NCR documentation and quality management systems (QMS).

Preferred Qualifications

• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience in robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of robotic subsystems (gantries, EoAT, vision/camera systems, actuators).
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management standards.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or equivalent certification.
• Experience with CAPA processes and root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Proficiency with quality data tools and ERP/MES systems.

Key Competencies

• Consistently identifies defects and deviations with precision.
• Understands mechanical and electronic assembly processes.
• Clearly documents findings and communicates issues to cross-functional teams.
• Applies structured methods to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Takes ownership of inspection outcomes and quality standards.
• Works effectively with engineering, production, and supply chain teams.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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