QC Technician

Description The Company: Pacific Aerospace & Electronics (PacAero) is seeking a Quality Control Technician to join our day shift team! A successful candidate is committed to pushing the boundaries of technology, performance, and innovation. Join us and connect your career to the future! PacAero’s core businesses include an array of electronic connectors and housings for the world’s most extreme environments. PacAero is primarily located in Wenatchee, WA with a remote manufacturing site, Bonded Metals, located in Sequim, WA. Working together, we employ proprietary technologies, best practices engineering, and specialized manufacturing techniques to produce hermetic connectors and electronic packaging that perform in the world’s most extreme environments. PacAero’s products are hard at work in medical components, such as cardiac-function devices, on key aerospace & defense programs, in space and deep below the earth's surface. The Position: Job Summary The Level I QC Technician is a reliable contributor responsible for performing dimensional/visual in-process, receiving, and final inspection of product to verify internal and customer quality requirements. This role requires a basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), knowledge of industry standard inspection methods, and the ability to use basic inspection tools & equipment. The Level I QC Technician performs basic to intermediate inspections while maintaining acceptable efficiency levels & quality standards. Adherence to safety policies, company procedures, and strong attention to detail are essential. Schedule: Mon-Thur, 5:00am to 3:30pm Primary Responsibilities Work cooperatively with all employees. Willingness to adapt work schedule to company needs. Consistently at work and on time. Following company handbook policy and companies cell phone policy. Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned. Observe safety regulations and follow protective equipment requirements. Report hazardous observations to your lead or supervisor. Comprehend and follow all parts handling requirements. Level I QC Technician Responsibilities In-process dimensional and visual inspection of machined components. Communicating in-process inspection results to machinists. Final dimensional inspection of finished product. Recording measurement results on inspection reports. Inspection of incoming raw material and components. Inspection of pre-plate housings. Inspection using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, gage pins, thread gages, gage blocks, profilometers, surface comparators, etc. Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) and Vision Systems: Introductory/working skills. Follow daily clean up and housekeeping procedures. Comply with all quality, safety, and work-related rules and regulations. Introductory/working skills: Basic introduction/training to specific inspection equipment. Able to operate inspection equipment that has been pre-programmed. Benefits: PacAero provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. At PacAero, we strive to create an inclusive and supportive work environment, and our benefits package is a reflection of this commitment. Our benefit offerings include: Insurance Benefits: We provide our employees with access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary life, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity, to ensure they can prioritize their health and well-being. Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe in the importance of work-life balance, so we offer generous PTO allowances that accrue with each pay period so that our employees can rest and recharge, spend time with family and friends, or pursue personal interests. Employees will also accrue sick time per WA state regulations. Paid Holidays: We recognize the importance of spending time with loved ones during holidays, so our employees receive paid holidays to celebrate and enjoy these moments. 401(k) w/ Matching: We offer a 100% match, up to 4%, to help our employees save for their future. Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurances: We want to ensure that our employees are protected in case of unexpected circumstances, and provide short-term & long-term disability insurances, entirely employer paid. Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in continuous learning and development and offer tuition reimbursement to support our employees' educational goals. Additional Perks: Our employees enjoy a range of additional benefits such as dependable work schedules, overtime opportunities, term life & AD&D insurance, corporate gym membership discounts, and more. Due to ITAR Requirements, all PacAero employees must be classified as US Persons and are required to show proof upon hire. *U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 of the ITAR: U.S. Person means a person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). It also means any corporation, business association, partnership, society, trust, or any other entity, organization or group that is incorporated to do business in the United States. PacAero provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. Requirements Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions. Essential: Read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language. Good computer skills. Ability to effectively train other employees Able to sit and or stand for extended periods of time. Able to use a microscope for extended periods of time. Able to retain information. Must have legible handwriting. Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Take responsibility for own actions. Identify and support process improvements. Requires minimal supervision to perform everyday tasks. Demonstrates strong independent thinking with problem solving skills. Support company/management decisions. Offers help when needed. Understanding of the effects of process deviation. Able to advise management of policy violations. Able to read/interpret engineering drawings and specifications Must have a basic understanding of GD&T. Must have good decision-making skills. Strong independent thinking with the ability to identify problems and provide solutions. Education/Previous Experience Requirements High School graduate or equivalent. Previous experience preferred but not required. Work Environment Noise: The machine shop can often be a loud environment with constant noise from equipment that may require mandatory hearing protection. Safety hazards: Can be exposed to inherent risks from powerful, high-speed equipment, including moving parts and sharp tools. Safety protocols are critical to prevent injuries. Contaminants: The work involves exposure to airborne particles like metal dust, coolant mist, and chemical fumes, necessitating adequate ventilation and protective measures to minimize health risks when on the shop floor. Protective gear: Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a requirement for safety. This includes safety glasses and hearing protection as required on the shop floor. Shift work: Must be flexible to work any of the following shifts: M-Th 5am-3:30pm, M-Th 3:15pm-1:45am, Fri-Sun 5am-6pm, and Fri-Sun 5pm-6am. Physical Requirements: Standing/Sitting: Long hours in a chair or on their feet at a computer. Lifting: The job can require lifting and moving heavy parts or raw materials. Some roles may involve moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds when on the shop floor. Manual dexterity: Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination are necessary for manipulating tools and performing precise measurements. Repetitive motion: Many tasks, such as loading and unloading workpieces, deburring parts, inspecting parts, are repetitive and can potentially lead to musculoskeletal issues over time. Precision and vision: Must have excellent close-up vision, depth perception, and the ability to distinguish colors to accurately read blueprints, inspect finished products, and use measuring instruments. Stamina: Physical stamina is required for the duration of a shift to perform all duties of the job. In addition, all employees of PA&E are expected to Promote teamwork and cooperative effort Maintain a clean, safe, and unobstructed work area Understand and apply appropriate quality improvement processes