Freelance Quality Control Inspector Jobs in Rochester, NY

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Job Title: Quality Technician C
Job Code: 40653
Job Location: Rochester, NY
Job Schedule: 3/12: Employes work 12 hour days, 3 days a week (Friday through Sunday - 6:00PM - 6:30AM)
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused Quality Engineering Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for supporting quality operations in a fast-paced production environment by helping to identify, contain, document, and drive resolution of product and process quality issues. Routinely interfaces with production operators, and factory support personnel. Assists in evaluating defect data to identify trends and collaborates with quality engineers to make recommendations on process improvements. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work effectively with production operators and cross-functional teams
Essential Functions:

• Assist in the containment, documentation, and root cause analysis of defective material in a production environment
• Provide baseline quality data to support daily and weekly yield reviews
• Perform first-level triage of quality issues and maintain positive working relationships with production operators and cross-functional support teams
• Support DPPM reduction initiatives by leading weekly production work cell touchpoints focused on quality concerns
• Support RTY improvement efforts through regular inspection of products and modules to verify compliance with workmanship standards and work instructions
• Help ensure quality expectations are met throughout the manufacturing process
• Hybrid role combining QET and QC Inspector responsibilities
• Communicate findings clearly and collaborate with team members to drive corrective action
• Proficiency with measurement and inspection tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, optical comparators)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting findings and collaborating with cross-functional teams

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 6 years prior quality experience, 2 year post-secondary/AA Degree and 2 years prior quality experience

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Understanding statistical data analysis techniques
• Knowledge of quality control standards and methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing)
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other quality management systems is a plus
• Ability to train others in quality control processes and procedures
• An understanding that teamwork is essential to day-to-day success
• Understanding of IPC/J standards
• Experience working weekends (4th shift)

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $23.80 - $43.99. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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