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Accuracy Control Monitor

Melrose Park, IL

$17.75 - $22.75/hr

An Accuracy Monitor plays a critical role in maintaining accurate inventory records and driving timely execution of manufacturing orders. You are responsible for entering data into the operating ...

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What is accuracy control?

Accuracy control refers to the process of ensuring that measurements, products, or processes meet specific standards of precision and correctness. In industries such as manufacturing and construction, accuracy control involves checking and validating that dimensions, alignments, or calibrations conform to established tolerances. Professionals in accuracy control use specialized tools and techniques to detect and correct errors, thereby helping maintain quality and compliance with regulations. This role is critical for minimizing defects and ensuring consistent product quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an accuracy control professional?

To thrive as an Accuracy Control professional, you need a strong background in quality assurance, attention to detail, and knowledge of industry standards, often supported by relevant technical education. Familiarity with measurement tools, statistical process control (SPC) software, and quality management systems (QMS) is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities set top performers apart in this field. These skills ensure that products and processes meet strict quality standards, minimizing errors and supporting operational excellence.

What are some common challenges faced in an accuracy control role, and how can they be effectively managed?

Professionals in Accuracy Control often encounter challenges such as minimizing errors in complex data sets, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and coordinating with multiple departments to verify information. Effective management of these challenges involves maintaining meticulous attention to detail, establishing clear communication channels with team members, and continuously updating knowledge of regulatory requirements. Utilizing standardized procedures and regularly reviewing work for consistency can also help maintain high accuracy levels and reduce the risk of mistakes.

What is the difference between Accuracy Control vs Quality Assurance Specialist?

AspectAccuracy ControlQuality Assurance Specialist
CertificationsOften requires certifications in quality control or inspectionTypically requires certifications like ASQ CQE or Six Sigma
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, production, or laboratory settingsManufacturing, service, or software industries
Employer UsageUsed to monitor and verify data or product accuracyUsed to develop and implement quality systems and standards
Search & Comparison IntentPeople compare Accuracy Control with roles focused on data or product precisionPeople compare with roles focused on overall quality management

Accuracy Control focuses on verifying data or product precision, ensuring standards are met during production. Quality Assurance Specialists develop and oversee quality systems to prevent defects. While both roles aim to improve product quality, Accuracy Control is more about verification, whereas Quality Assurance involves process improvement and compliance.

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Infographic showing various Accuracy Control job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

Accuracy Control Engineer I, II, III

Bath, ME • On-site

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works
Ship and Boat Building • 501 - 1,000 employees

$58K - $87K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

We offer a competitive salary for this role, with an expected range of $58,000–$87,900/yr. The final offer will depend on your experience, skills, and overall qualifications. General Dynamics – Bath Iron Works also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), health coaching, athletic trainers, employee assistance programs and onsite health services.

Operating in accordance with the BIW Business Operating System (BOS), the Accuracy Control Engineer ensures compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards while coordinating with other key stakeholders to meet overall milestones.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership:

  • Take personal responsibility for your own safety through hazard identification and mitigation.
  • Ensure practices/processes are safely executed. 
  • Communicate safety concerns and model safe behaviors.  

Project Execution & Continuous Improvement:

  • Maintain, issue and assist with development of Accuracy Control documents and procedures.
  • Review and evaluate Accuracy Control surveyor data.
  • Collect structural alignment data at unit integration, monitor alignment trends and implement process changes as needed.

Team Collaboration and Communication:

  • Interface with Manufacturing on out of tolerance conditions and misalignments.
  • Support/enable/drive Accuracy Control process compliance on manufacturing shop floor throughout the main plant and at fabrication facilities.
  • May be required to work directly with a survey crew to monitor in-process structural condition of large assemblies during unit erection process in support of minimizing structural misalignment at Ultra join.

Quality:

  • Perform physical audits of structure location during the assembly process, some of which to include taking physical measurements in tanks or other confined locations and also at elevated surfaces.
  • Be knowledgeable on ship requirements relating to build plans, budgeted tolerances and contractual specifications.
  • Audit the completion and execution of Accuracy Control checks and be present on the deck plates.
  • Perform analysis of structural alignment data and initiate corrective action as required.

  • High School or GED required.
  • Associate/bachelor's degree or Graduate Apprentice preferred.

Accuracy Control Engineer I: 0-1 year shipbuilding or construction experience required.

Accuracy Control Engineer II: 1-2 years shipbuilding or construction experience required.

Accuracy Control Engineer III: 2-5 years shipbuilding or construction experience required.

  • Structural blueprint reading skills and/or experience with the use of mold loft data required.
  • Demonstrated experience with Excel and PowerPoint required, CAD and Catia preferred.
  • Experience interpreting 3D data required.
  • Knowledge of Lean problem-solving tools preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
  • Ability to plan, organize and execute projects required.
  • Must be a self-starter and able to manage multiple tasks.
  • Must be able to function in a fast paced dynamic environment.

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