Quality Technician
Dexter Magnetic Technologies
Summary
The Quality Technician is responsible for performing advanced dimensional inspection, supporting measurement system analysis (MSA), Gage R&R and managing quality data and documentation. This role plays a key part in ensuring measurement accuracy, identifying nonconformances, supporting root cause analysis, and maintaining compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
Job description
Major Responsibilities
- Evaluate measurement uncertainty, gage capability, and suitability of measurement methods.
- Support and perform Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility (GR&R) studies and other Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities.
- Support analysis of measurement data trends and assist with root cause investigations related to dimensional or measurement issues.
- Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer quality requirements.
- Support and/or complete First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements, customer and or company requirements.
- Control nonconforming material, including identification, segregation, documentation, and disposition in accordance with company procedures (DMR's).
- Process customer returns (RMA's) and internal nonconformances, including data collection and analysis.
- Assist with root cause analysis and corrective action activities related to quality issues.
- Utilize Epicor ERP to process transactions.
- Assist with follow up on corrective actions (CAPAs) with internal stakeholders.
- Monitor and analyze quality metrics, including cost of quality, returns, and inspection data.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, efficiency, and cost of quality.
- Originate, maintain, and retrieve quality documentation and records in accordance with AS9100 and company procedures.
- Participate in resolving quality concerns involving manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers.
- Support internal and external quality audits, as required.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Required
- Associate degree in Metrology, Engineering, Quality, or related technical field preferred, or equivalent experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Advanced understanding and knowledge of using precise inspection tools.
- Knowledge of measurement system analysis, gage R&R.
- Ability to understand technical and quality information as it relates to business.
- Strong oral, written and listening communication skills.
- Ability to read and comprehend complex mechanical drawings with GD&T required.
- Familiarity with ERP systems required (Epicor preferred).
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Metrology, Engineering, Quality, or related technical field preferred, or equivalent experience
- At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Advanced understanding and knowledge of using precise inspection tools
- Knowledge of measurement system analysis, gage R&R
- Ability to understand technical and quality information as it relates to business
- Strong oral, written and listening communication skills
- Ability to read and comprehend complex mechanical drawings with GD&T required
- Familiarity with ERP systems required (Epicor preferred)
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Benefits
- Medical/Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Basic Life/AD&D
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Life/AD&D
- 401(k) Matching
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid Time Off
- 11 Paid Holidays
Company overview
Dexter Magnetic Technologies, founded in 1951, is a leading manufacturer of magnetic products and solutions serving diverse industries including medical equipment, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor manufacturing. The company specializes in designing, engineering, and manufacturing complex magnetic circuits, permanent magnets, magnetic assemblies, and electromagnetic systems. With headquarters in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, Dexter operates as a comprehensive magnetic solutions provider offering customized soft magnetic components and accessories such as ferrite cores, powder cores, amorphous cores, bobbins, and thermistors. The company's medical division is particularly notable for its LifeSep® biomagnetic separation technology, which provides rapid and reliable magnetic bead separation solutions for biotech, life science, and pharmaceutical applications. Dexter's expertise extends to rare earth magnets including NdFeB and Samarium Cobalt, with a focus on DFARS-compliant supply chains for critical defense and medical applications. As part of the Permag family of brands and owned by TSL Engineered Products, the company maintains a strong engineering focus with extensive capabilities in magnetic material selection, assembly design, and program management for high-reliability applications.