Quality Control Inspector I at Caton Connector in Kingston, MA

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Department: Quality Supervisor: Quality Assurance Manager Hourly Rate Range: Hourly rate will be commensurate with experience Schedule: M-F, 40 hours/ week- OT as required Education Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Years of Experience: 3 years related experience Position Summary: Quality technician I will perform inspections, tests, and measurements to ensure that products consistently meet both internal and external quality standards throughout the production process. Your attention to detail and strict adherence to procedures will support continuous improvement in manufacturing operations. You will collaborate closely with the production team to ensure all outputs meet company and industry standards, while contributing to our ISO?9001 and AS9100 certification compliance efforts. Key Responsibilities: · Conduct visual, dimensional, and functional inspections on raw materials, in-process components, and finished products according to established protocols. · Use precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges) and equipment (e.g., CMM) to verify product specifications. · Perform routine sampling, testing, and record results in the quality management system (QMS). · Identify non-conforming items, quarantine defects, and initiate corrective actions in collaboration with production teams. · Assist in root cause analysis, corrective/preventive action (CAPA) investigations, and implement improvements. · Maintain calibration schedules and ensure inspection equipment is in good operating condition. · Generate quality reports and provide feedback to production and engineering teams. Requirements Qualifications: · High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree or technical certification in quality assurance, manufacturing, or related field preferred. · 1–3 years of experience in quality control or inspection, preferably in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, or industrial engineering. · Proficient with precision measurement instruments and quality inspection tools. · Working knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and root cause analysis methods. · Familiarity with quality management systems ISO 9001 / AS9100. · Knowledge of root cause analysis techniques (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA). · Strong background in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies. · Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. · Effective verbal and written communication skills. · Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. · Basic computer skills; experience with QMS software and MS Office. Preferred Qualifications: · Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or ASQ certification. · GxP/GMP training. · Six Sigma Green Belt (Or Above) Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

1. First Pass Yield - Percentage of products that pass quality inspection without rework.
2. Inspection Coverage: - Percentage of products/components inspected according to defined sampling plan.
3. Measurement Accuracy - Percentage of measurements and tests recorded correctly in the QMS.
4. Procedure Adherence Rate - Percentage of inspections performed according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
5. Data Accuracy - Accuracy of recorded inspection and testing data in QMS. Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance ITAR COMPLIANCE This position requires access to or use of information which is subject to the federal International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants for this position must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines "U.S. Person" as U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., person admitted as a refugee to the U.S., person granted asylum in the U.S., or person granted the status of alien lawfully admitted for temporary residence to the U.S. under 8 U.S.C. §1160(a) (for special agricultural workers) or 8 U.S.C. §1255(a)(1) (an amnesty program).