Usconec
Quality Assurance Technician
Hickory, North Carolina, United States. Posted 3 months ago
The role
This person will ensure incoming materials, documentation, and measurement systems meet defined requirements. They will work with Quality, Engineering, Logistics, and Shipping teams to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement.
What you will do
- Inspect and verify incoming externally supplied products against engineering requirements and quality standards
- Perform dimensional inspections using appropriate measurement equipment and provide technical support as needed
- Assist Quality Engineering and Quality Management with quality investigations, root cause activities, and containment actions
- Support First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) by interpreting engineering drawings and completing inspection documentation
- Provide technical documentation support for customer Certificates of Conformance and other compliance requests
- Assist Shipping and Logistics teams with receiving, inventory put-away, picking, and order fulfillment during peak demand
- Coordinate and administer the calibration program
- Evaluate and escalate out-of-calibration conditions
- Facilitate document control activities
- Support Quality Management in planning, leading, and participating in internal quality audits
Required qualifications
- Associate degree or equivalent experience in Quality, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field
- Experience inspecting manufactured components and verifying conformance to engineering drawings
- Proficiency with common measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges)
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Working knowledge of quality systems, inspection processes, and documentation control
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have
- Experience supporting First Article Inspections (FAI/FAIR) in a regulated or precision manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems
- Experience with calibration programs and traceable measurement standards
- Prior involvement in internal audits or continuous improvement initiatives
- Experience supporting warehouse or logistics operations
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus potential
- 4 weeks of PTO plus paid holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
Before you apply
- US Conec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States
- This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided
- Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire
About the company
US Conec, Ltd. is a global company that creates innovative connectivity solutions. They foster a friendly, inclusive culture that values teamwork, creativity, and mutual respect.