Cadrex - Quality Engineering Technician II at Cadrex… · Southampt…

OVERVIEW

Cadrex is searching for a Quality Engineering Technician II who plays a key role in supporting quality assurance activities by conducting advanced inspections, analyzing quality data, and assisting in problem-solving efforts to drive continuous improvement. This mid-level role requires experience in quality control processes, proficiency with inspection tools, and the ability to support engineering teams in maintaining product and process quality.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct advanced inspections of components and assemblies using precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, CMMs, optical comparators)
• Collect and analyze inspection data, generate reports, and make recommendations based on findings
• Support root cause investigations and assist in developing corrective and preventive action plans
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI), PPAPs, and capability studies in support of new and existing product launches
• Ensure adherence to ISO, customer, and internal quality standards and documentation requirements
• Assist in auditing internal processes and workstations for compliance with quality and process standards
• Collaborate with Quality Engineers and cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and implement improvements
• Train and mentor junior technicians in inspection procedures and documentation practices
• Maintain and calibrate inspection equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Participate in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and 5S initiatives

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of experience in quality inspection or quality engineering support in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong knowledge of quality tools, inspection methods, and statistical process control (SPC)
• Proficient in reading blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T
• Experience with quality documentation, including FAI, PPAP, and NCRs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality software (e.g., Minitab, QMS systems)
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma

LOCATION

• Onsite

SCHEDULE

• M-F

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

CADREX’S CORE VALUES

• Safety first, rising to the challenge, collaboration, accountability, and doing the right thing

TOTAL COMPENSATION INCLUDES

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Monthly remote work stipend (for remote employees who qualify)
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Education support program
• Safety eyeglasses/shoe reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Bonus plan for all full-time employees

ABOUT US

CADREX Manufacturing Solutions is a leading provider of complex sheet metal and machined production parts, assemblies, and weldments for a variety of end markets, including electrical transmission and distribution, warehouse automation, technology, aerospace & defense, medical, food, and industrials. With locations in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Washington, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Indiana, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, and Monterrey Mexico, CADREX offers numerous in-house manufacturing capabilities, including laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex assembly, CNC punching, CNC machining, forming, robotic welding, stamping, fastener insertion, and tool and die manufacturing, to effectively serve customers with lights-out manufacturing capabilities for mid- to high-volume production. For more information, visit www.cadrex.com.

Cadrex provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.