The Manufacturing Quality Technician inspects products, materials, and processes to ensure they meet safety, quality, and specification standards, involving detailed checks, using specialized tools, documenting findings, and collaborating with production teams to resolve defects and drive continuous improvement, ensuring consistency from raw materials to finished goods. The role requires an individual with a blend of technical acumen, sharp judgment, and people skills. The Manufacturing Quality Technician will work at ZincFive headquarters in Tualatin, Oregon and reports to the Manufacturing Quality Engineer. Manufacturing Quality Technician Job Duties: Conduct routine inspections, testing, and measurements on raw materials, in-process items, and finished products using calibrated toolsAccurately record inspection data, report defects, non-conformances, and trends, and maintain quality recordsObserve production lines, check equipment functionality, and ensure adherence to procedures and standardsWork with production/engineering to identify root causes of quality issues and implement corrective actionsPerform basic calibration and maintenance on testing equipment and machineryEnsure compliance with company policies, safety protocols, and relevant regulations (i.e. ISO) Requirements: 3+ years experience in a similar industryAbility to read technical drawingsKnowledge of geometric, dimension, and tolerancingStrong diligence and attention to detailIntegrity and confidence to stop nonconforming productsGood written and verbal communication Comfort with data, measurements, and proceduresAbility to read blueprints/specs, use measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, etc.), and understand manufacturing processesQuality control inspection in a manufacturing environment performing visual inspections for defects (scratches, cracks, and misalignment of raw materials, in-process parts, and finished goodsMeasurement experience and analysisMeasuring dimensions using physical/dimensional tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM’s.Root cause analysis and quality tool experienceNonconformance Control experienceDocumentation and reporting experience (Effectively define and compose nonconformance reports)Ensure compliance with ISO and industry standardsBracketing and containment experienceExperience working with Quality Management Systems and following company quality procedures, work instructions, and control plansFirst Article Inspection experienceExperience verifying products and components meet engineering drawings and tolerances Preferred Experience/Skills: Experience working with Quality Management SystemsAssociate’s degree in Electronics, Mathematics, or PhysicsCertified Quality Inspector, Technician (CQI, CQT) or other quality certification Key Competencies: Strong technical foundation and understanding along with a high standard of excellenceExtreme attention to detail and diligenceIntegrity and resolutionBasic understanding of manufacturing processes and methodsClear written communication and documentation skillsInspection and TestingStandards and SpecificationsDocumentation and reportingNonconformance ControlProcess Monitoring and ImprovementEquipment and CalibrationSafety and Professional ConductCommunication and Collaboration Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Work involves sitting, walking, and lifting objects up to 50 poundsRequires close visual acuity, the ability to distinguish color, and the ability to hear in warehouse and office environmentsMust be able to wear standard PPE Salary offers will depend on factors that include the location you work from, your level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition, the successful candidate for this position will become eligible for a comprehensive set of outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, paid sick time, paid time off for vacation, paid holidays, paid community service days, professional/personal learning program, and applicable state/federal paid family leave. ZincFive is committed to employing a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status. We maintain a safe workplace and perform pre-employment testing. ZincFive is a participant in E-Verify and receives employment authorization of new hires through Social Security and the Department of Homeland Security databases.