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Ichor Systems
Quality Technician - 2nd Shift
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What they do
A Quality Technician inspects products to assure compliance with given standards including durability , functionality, quality, and safety.
$44,516 / year median in Minnesota
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Key Responsibilities Perform in-process, first article, and final inspections on machined components and assemblies Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements Inspect tight-tolerance and critical features on precision machined components Use inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IMTE) such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, and indicators Operate and utilize vision systems for non-contact measurement and feature verification Run and/or support CMM inspections using programs developed in PC-DMIS Verify failed or out-of-tolerance CMM features by: Re-measuring using alternate methods (manual tools, vision systems, or re-alignment) Identifying potential programming, alignment, or fixturing issues Use molding/replication putty (e.g., silicone or comparable compounds) to: Capture internal or inaccessible features Enable indirect measurement of complex geometries Validate dimensions that cannot be directly probed or visually inspected Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming material in accordance with MRB procedures Complete inspection reports and documentation accurately (FAI, in-process, final inspection records) Verify traceability, material certifications, and documentation compliance Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to measurement discrepancies Maintain cleanliness and organization of inspection areas and equipment Ensure proper handling and protection of precision components Support internal and external audits (ISO 9001 / AS9100 / customer audits) Communicate inspection results and discrepancies clearly to production, engineering, and quality teams Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred 3-5 years of inspection experience in precision machining, aerospace, or manufacturing Strong understanding of blueprint reading and GD&T Experience using precision measuring instruments (IMTE) Experience with vision inspection systems (preferred) Experience verifying CMM results and troubleshooting measurement discrepancies (preferred) Experience using replication/molding techniques for inspection (preferred) Familiarity with