Quality Control Associate Jobs in Tucson, AZ (NOW HIRING)

The Quality Technician III works with Manufacturing, Quality, and Quality Engineering to continuously improve quality performance ensuring compliance with quality standards. This role performs a variety of quality control inspections on products, materials, components and parts at various stages of the production process to ensure compliance with quality and reliability standards, and to ensure effective inspection and testing procedures are implemented.

Conduct routine quality inspections of components to be used during development and production.
• Perform in-process and final quality checks of parts and assemblies.
• Perform workstation audits.
• Maintain documentation of all inspections and potential issues.
• Perform AS9102 First Article Inspections
• Assist with problem resolution.
• Suggest process improvements.
• Programming and operating CMM
• Developing and maintaining company inspection reports.
• Inspecting goods or products according to quality and safety standards.
• Ensuring goods and products comply with company and customers standards as well as Federal and State law.
• Reporting quality anomalies to the supervisor.
• Collating test data and drafting quality reports.
• Identifying possible areas for improvement in quality control processes.
• Ensuring production is not hindered by quality testing procedures.
• Assist Quality Control Lead and Quality Engineer as needed.
• Other Quality related tasks as assigned.

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Experience with setup and running CMM or similar automated equipment
• Ability to read and understand optical & mechanical drawings
• Advanced knowledge of GD&T
• Experience completing AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI)
• Extensive experience with the use of Calipers, Micrometers, Drop Indicators, other common inspection equipment, and good measurement practices
• Experience with use of Microsoft Suite products
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Work overtime as required
• Thorough application of the seriousness of accurate, honest, Quality Records.
• Thorough knowledge of all inspection equipment appropriates to the specific position
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS9100
• Neat and concise writing
• Ability to use a computer for data collection and reporting
• U.S. Citizenship or permanent residence required

Education/Experience:

Associate Degree, technical, plus 5-7 year's related experience or High School Diploma with +10 years related experience. Knowledge of advanced shop math.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; ability to see details at a close range; ability to sit or stand for long periods of time; work performed in cleanroom environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Think you meet some of the requirements but not all? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs for which they do not meet every qualification. If you see a role that interests you, we encourage you to apply, regardless of whether or not your experience is completely aligned with the job description. Edmund Optics is committed to becoming the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace within the Optics and Photonics Industry and beyond. You may be a great candidate for this role or others within Edmund Optics.

Compensation Range Transparency:

At Edmund Optics, we are committed to transparency and equity in our hiring practices. The posted salary range for this role reflects the expected base pay. The actual offer will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, education, work experience, business needs, and geographic location.

Salary Range:
$23.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match up to 3%
• Daycare and Gym Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave and New Mother Benefits
• Training and Development Opportunities

Availability of these benefits may depend on the country and employment type.