Quality Assurance Technician
Ametek, Inc. • North Carolina, United States
**Role & seniority: ** Quality Assurance (QA) Technician; experienced (5–10 years related experience; HS/GED required, Associate/technical degree preferred).
**Location & work type: ** Not specified in text. (Posting includes physical-labor requirements.)
**Stack/tools: **
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Inspection equipment: micrometers, calipers, height gauges, video inspection systems, comparator, pin/thread gauges
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Testing: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and Destructive Testing as required
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Documentation/software: Microsoft Office (Oracle experience a plus)
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QA standards: blueprint reading; ANSI Y14.5 (GD&T)
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AI: ability/willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity/quality/cost; critically evaluate AI outputs
**Top 3 responsibilities: **
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Perform inspections on in-house and supplier-manufactured products/components; qualify products and verify conformity to specifications
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Quarantine and document non-conforming materials (including customer returns and supplied items) and complete corrective action follow-through
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Communicate non-conformances, collaborate on resolutions, and maintain audit/reject log reporting (including common-cause entries)
**Must-have skills: **
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Strong inspection fundamentals, including gear measurement/evaluation (gears/gear forms)
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Proficiency with common metrology/inspection tools listed above
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Blueprint/technical drawing interpretation and GD&T understanding (ANSI Y14.5)
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Accurate documentation/dis
Full Description
As the Quality Assurance Technician, you will ensure non-conforming components are quarantined as required by documented procedures. You will assign notification/corrective action requirements and follow through to completion and will also be responsible for ensuring all nonconforming materials are accurately documented and dispositioned as required for both Supplied items and Customer returns. You will also inspect and qualify products based on inspection methods, procedures, and processes.
What you will do
Perform inspections on all products and components manufactured in-house or from outside suppliers to ensure conformance to business specifications
Confirm that accompanying documentation meets requirements
Perform roving shop floor inspections as needed or required
Perform Non-Destructive Testing and Destructive Testing as required in process and upon receipt
Communicate non-conformances to applicable departments and collaborate on resolutions
Complete assigned audits as assigned or scheduled
Document common cause non-conformances into reject logs and applicable reports
Work in a safe manner following safety requirements, protocols, and procedures
Perform all other duties as directed or required
What we are looking for
High School diploma or GED required; Technical degree or Associates preferred
5-10 years related experience; or combination of education and experience
Experience in measuring and evaluating gears and gear forms
Ability to use all common inspection equipment including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, video inspection systems, comparator, and pin and thread gauges
Ability to read and understand blueprints, including the definitions of ANSI Y14.5 (GD&T) symbols and their relationships
Must be comfortable using various software programs including Microsoft Office; Oracle experience a plus
Strong communication and organizational skills a must
Ability to work as both an individual contributor and in a team environment
Ability to lift 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, and up to 10 lbs. constantly
Must have good manual dexterity and visual acuity
Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
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