Quality Control Technician

This role requires a highly observant, detail-oriented, organized, and responsible individual who can perform accurate inspections, testing, data recording, and issue reporting to support overall product quality and operational excellence within the manufacturing environment. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies—from compressors to the precision handling of liquids, gases, and powders—to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

 

Title: Quality Control Technician
Location: Austin, TX (Trace Analytics, 8201 E. Riverside Drive, Suite 650, Austin, TX 78744)
Shift: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. CST

 

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership spanning more than 160 years that still operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand is dedicated to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and the planet.We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies—from compressors to the precision handling of liquids, gases, and powders—to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by more than 80 brands, our products are used in various end markets, including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we are driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at IRCO.com and join us to own your future.

 

Job Overview

The Quality Control Technician ensures that materials, components, processes, and equipment meet established quality and safety standards as defined in purchasing, manufacturing, and engineering documentation. This role requires a highly observant, detail-oriented, organized, and responsible individual who can perform accurate inspections, testing, data recording, and issue reporting to support overall product quality and operational excellence within the manufacturing environment.

 

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials and finished goods.
• Interpret test results and compare findings against established specifications and control limits.
• Perform visual inspections and verify product conformity.
• Calibrate, validate, and maintain inspection and testing equipment.
• Document testing activities accurately and provide required quality control data.
• Investigate, report, and escalate questionable or out-of-specification results.
• Identify quality issues, troubleshoot equipment concerns, and recommend corrective actions.
• Follow established stop-work guidelines and promptly communicate concerns when processes or products do not meet specifications.

 

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of quality control experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and use basic measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and operate new inspection or testing equipment.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 9001 or other quality management systems.
• Familiarity with statistical process control tools and root-cause analysis methods.
• Associate degree.

 

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership—taking responsibility for our company, our communities, our environment, and our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to provide you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health so that, together, we can continue to make life better. Our benefits include medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, wellness programs, life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, an employee stock grant, and other offerings. These benefits reflect our commitment to helping you be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE: IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers, and communities. Customers rely on us for technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across more than 40 respected brands. Our products and services excel in the most complex and demanding conditions.Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity, and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.