Quality Technician – 3rd Shift

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. Maintain the operational effectiveness of the Roanoke Rapids Quality Labs .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRoanoke Rapids • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in performing laboratory measurements, gage calibration, and maintaining quality standards in a manufacturing environment. Proficient in using measurement devices and software tools to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality management processes.

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Gage CalibrationSAP ProficiencyDimensional MeasurementsQuality Management ReportingProcess Audits

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Hard Skills

Dimensional MeasurementsGage CalibrationCp and Cpk MeasurementsData EntryInterpret Engineering DrawingsPerform Laboratory MeasurementsConduct Special TestingUse of ComparatorsUse of Keyence SystemsUse of Hard Gages

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationSelf-MotivationAbility to Work in Diverse Environments

Tools & Technologies

SAPMicrosoft OfficeGageTrakCalibration Software

Industry Keywords

Quality LabsOperational EffectivenessIn-Process InspectionsInsert Defect CriteriaStandard Operating Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain the operational effectiveness of the Roanoke Rapids Quality Labs
Determine dimensional and visual acceptance
Perform laboratory measurements on inserts and report findings to Quality Management
Perform dimensional and visual measurements using comparators, Keyence systems, hard gages, and other equipment
Perform calibration and maintain calibration software
Perform in-process inspections of inserts as needed
Conduct internal process audits as needed
Read and interpret dimensions and instructions from part prints
Perform Cp and Cpk measurements for the certification process
Understand process routing
Conduct special testing and analysis to support plant problem-solving efforts and engineering projects
Interface with equipment vendors as needed
Work with SAP and perform data entry
Maintain timely and accurate records
Report directly to the Quality Manager and interact extensively with all departments
Work effectively in a diverse environment where self-motivation is essential to success

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have a high school diploma
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to perform gage calibration and maintenance
Proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Office, and GageTrak
1–3 years of relevant experience (preferred)
Vocational training or equivalent industry experience (preferred)
Ability to use gages and measurement devices to verify compliance with drawings and product specifications
Ability to retrieve and interpret engineering drawings
Ability to read and understand insert identification charts, process routings, and operating procedures
Ability to interpret insert defect criteria
Ability to follow procedures and work instructions for customer certifications
Ability to work in accordance with standard operating procedures and established scientific methods
Ability to work onsite in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina
Ability to work third shift, 10:45pm–7:15am

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Employment Opportunity employer
3rd shift schedule: 10:45pm–7:15am