Quality Technician- Group Lead

We are seeking an experienced Quality Technician to join our Suffield team. This role is critical in ensuring product quality for precision-manufactured components in a highly regulated environment. You ll bring strong technical inspection skills, the ability to interpret complex drawings and tolerances, and experience working in industries where quality standards are non-negotiable (aerospace, medical, or similar). This role also serves as a key partner to production-helping identify issues, support root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement. What You ll Do Perform detailed inspections on precision metal components with tight tolerances Interpret blueprints, specifications, and GD&T requirements Utilize precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, and gages Program and operate CMM equipment (e.g., Micro-Vu, Wenzel or similar systems) Document inspection results and ensure compliance with quality standards Partner with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues Support root cause analysis and corrective actions Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements Provide guidance and support to less experienced team members as needed As a Group Lead, you'll also: Function as a working lead, balancing job responsibilities with team coordination Lead/support daily production execution and workflow coordination Acts as a primary escalation point for quality issues Operate with high ownership of process performance (no formal people management authority) What We re Looking For 5-10 years of quality inspection experience in a precision manufacturing environment Experience inspecting metal components with tight tolerances Background in aerospace, medical device, or other regulated industries (ISO 13485 or similar) Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills Hands-on experience with: Calipers, micrometers, and precision gaging CMM operation (Micro-Vu, Wenzel, or similar) Ability to work independently and make sound quality decisions Prior experience in a lead or informal leadership role preferred Why Join Us Work on high-precision, high-impact products Stable, team-oriented environment Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and quality excellence Competitive compensation aligned to experience and market Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (flexibility to start shift schedule earlier or later)