Quality Technician

In-Process Quality Technician Position Overview:

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for ensuring product quality and process compliance within an aluminum manufacturing environment. This role performs in-process and final inspections, monitors production quality, collects and delivers samples for laboratory testing, and supports continuous improvement efforts. The position requires strong attention to detail and a working knowledge of quality systems, including a basic understanding of ISO 9001 standards.

In-Process Quality Technician Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental and vision insurance (free medical insurance to employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employer paid short- and long-term disability as well as term life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid Time Off program
• Paid Holidays
• Uniform and safety shoe program

In-Process Quality Technician Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform quality inspections throughout production processes, including gauge, flatness, profile, sheet, coil, pinhole, and knife checks
• Monitor product quality on mills, slitting, packing, and finishing operations
• Collect production samples and deliver them to the laboratory for testing and analysis
• Place product on hold when quality issues or out-of-spec conditions are identified
• Verify packaging and coil conditions prior to shipment or transfer
• Maintain detailed and accurate quality inspection records and reports
• Communicate quality concerns to operators, supervisors, and production teams
• Conduct process checks and routine audits across multiple production areas
• Ensure compliance with company quality procedures and ISO 9001 principles
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and defect reduction efforts
• Assist in investigating quality issues, including surface defects and dimensional variations

In-Process Quality Technician Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Manufacturing or quality control experience preferred, especially in metal or aluminum processing environments
• Familiarity with inspection tools and measurement equipment

• Basic understanding of ISO 9001 quality management system requirements

In-Process Quality Technician Skills and Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and observational skills
• Ability to perform accurate measurements and inspections
• Good communication and documentation abilities
• Ability to identify defects and nonconforming material
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment

In-Process Quality Technician Work Environment:

• Manufacturing facility with frequent movement between production areas and lab
• Exposure to industrial equipment, machinery, and varying temperatures
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Regular interaction with production and quality teams

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location: On-site, Williamsport, PA