American Society for Quality (ASQ), Blueprints, Compensation and Benefits, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Continuous Improvement, Dental Insurance, High School Diploma, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Mathematics, Medical Equipment, Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Production Systems, Production Volume, Professional Services, Receiving Inspection, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Skills, System Operations, United States Citizen, Vision Plan
Job Title: Quality Technician III
Location: Wallingford, CT
Salary: $ Depending on experience
Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Duration: Direct Hire
Position Summary and Special Duties
This position requires a minimum of 7 years of advanced inspection experience, including detailed layouts, setups, and visual inspections. Responsibilities include performing inspections for receiving, first article, first piece, in-process, final, and non-routine inspection activities on components (e.g., parts, sub-assemblies, finished goods, tooling, gages, fixtures, etc.). Additional duties may be assigned as required.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation
Excusable allowance hours
401(k) retirement plan
Education & Experience Requirements
High school diploma or technical school equivalent with emphasis in mathematics
ASQ CQT certification preferred
Calibration experience preferred
Experience inspecting high-precision, tight-tolerance parts in industries such as:
Familiarity with both low- and high-volume production environments
Compliance & Citizenship Requirements
Skills & Responsibilities
Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:
Blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation (e.g., true position, profile of a line/surface)
Interpretation of customer blueprints, material specs, and MIL-SPECs
Understanding of the PPAP process
Programming and operation of Vision Systems and CMMs (Starrett preferred)
Proficient use of inspection tools including:
Micrometers, calipers, indicators, comparators, gage pins
Hardness testers, concentricity gages
Surface plate setups using height gages, sine plates, v-blocks, etc.
Development of inspection instructions and method setup sheets
Maintenance of quality records and documentation
Mentoring of Level I and II Inspectors
Anticipating inspection needs, taking initiative, and escalating issues appropriately
Communicating inspection deviations and generating nonconformance reports
Supporting lean initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
Maintaining safety, environmental, housekeeping, and documentation standards
Company Overview
Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group focuses on matching high-quality candidates with top clients while fostering an environment where success is shared by all. In 2023, the company was acquired by HW Staffing Solutions, expanding its service offerings to include technology and professional services.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!
Please include a clean copy of your resume, salary expectations, and any references in your application.
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Top Prospect Group LLC
Top Prospect Group founders and management team offer more than 75 years of combined experience in Information Technology, Creative & Marketing, and Finance & Accounting staffing and solutions. Our fundamental goal is to build successful relationships resulting in accurate job and prospect representations. We meet with those we work with face-to-face to garner a better understanding of candidate or client requirements. By leveraging our experience and market insight, we are able to provide a more consistent recruitment process. Motivated by a partnership philosophy, our staff possesses a deep understanding of how to forge mutually beneficial long-term relationships. We believe in what we do and continuously strive for excellence.
20 to 49 employees
Staffing/Employment Agencies
http://www.topprospectgroup.com/