Quality Assurance Technician
Job Description
Job Title
QA Technician I – Assembly
Base Salary Range
Industry Job Title
QA Technician I – Assembly
Department
Quality
Minimum
$ 51,000
Classification
Non-Exempt
Midpoint
$ 58,100
Career Level
Technical
Maximum
$ 65,100
Grade
G4
Target Bonus
Location
Pomfret Center, CT or assign facility
Reports to
Quality Leader or Plant Manager
Scope
Performs hands-on inspection and testing of assembled products, components, and related records.
Quality Assurance Technician – Pomfret, CT
Available Shifts:
1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM — 3 openings
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM — 2 openings
3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM — 1 opening
All shifts include a ½-hour lunch.
Position Summary / Essential Function
The essential function of the QA Technician I - Assembly is to verify that assembled products and components conform to drawings, work instructions, customer requirements, and applicable quality standards. The position performs in-process and final inspection, functional or load-related testing where trained and authorized, traceability verification, and nonconformance documentation.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Inspect components, setups, work in process, and completed assemblies for dimensions, workmanship, configuration, identification, and traceability.
Review bills of material, routers, drawings, work instructions, and customer requirements before acceptance.
Perform approved functional, proof, or other product tests using established equipment and procedures where trained and authorized.
Verify measuring and test equipment is within calibration status before use.
Document inspection and test results and maintain objective evidence of product acceptance.
Identify, contain, and document nonconforming product and support corrective action investigations.
Provide timely feedback to assemblers and supervisors regarding defects, recurring conditions, and acceptance criteria.
Support first-piece, process audit, and continuous improvement activities.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of manufacturing, assembly, inspection, or quality experience.
Ability to document results accurately and use computer-based quality records.
Preferred Qualifications
Technical training in mechanical inspection, manufacturing, or quality.
Experience with cable, wire rope, lifting, rigging, or fabricated assemblies.
Skills and Requirements
Ability to interpret assembly drawings, bills of material, tolerances, and work instructions.
Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and applicable test equipment.
Understanding of workmanship standards, traceability, and control of nonconforming product.
Ability to work safely around assembly and test operations.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
This position operates in office, laboratory, warehouse, and/or active manufacturing environments. The employee may regularly stand, walk, sit, and use hands to handle inspection and measurement equipment, communicate, and move among work areas. The role may require lifting or moving materials consistent with assigned inspection duties, observing production activity, and wearing required personal protective equipment. Specific physical demands may vary by assignment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable law. This description identifies the essential functions of the position but is not intended to list every physical activity or working condition.
Benefits
Subject to the terms, eligibility requirements, and amendment provisions of the applicable plans and policies:
401(k) with company match
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Pre-Employment Drug Testing
All applicants who are offered a position with the Company will be required to successfully complete a post-offer drug…