Quality Control Specialist I - 2nd Shift

A Quality Control Specialist I is responsible for ensuring that manufactured products meet quality standards and specifications. They play a critical role in maintaining high levels of precision and accuracy in the production process.

• Stay updated on industry advancements, inspection techniques, and emerging technologies. Share knowledge and best practices with colleagues to enhance overall inspection capabilities.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, documenting non-conformities, deviations, and discrepancies from specifications. Communicate findings to appropriate personnel and collaborate on implementing corrective actions.
• Work closely with production personnel, engineers, machine shop and quality assurance teams to resolve quality-related problems, provide guidance on quality standards, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.
• Utilize a variety of precision measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, optical comparators, and coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), to accurately measure and verify dimensions, tolerances, and other critical features.
• Perform detailed inspections on manufactured parts, components, or finished products to ensure they meet predetermined specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001). Identify areas for process improvement and contribute to the development and implementation of quality control procedures.

• Experience in Metrology
• Effective communication skills to convey inspection results and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of industry-specific regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 9001)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and quality assurance practices.
• Proficient in using computerized inspection tools and software applications.
• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 5 years related experience; technical or vocational certifications in precision inspection or quality assurance are advantageous. (OR Associates Degree with a minimum of 3 years related experience)
• Understanding of technical drawings, blueprints, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
• Strong knowledge of precision measurement instruments and their usage.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
• Proven experience as a precision inspector or a related quality control role.

At Mesa Labs we offer competitive wages, including bonus opportunity, and a comprehensive benefits package.

This position is eligible for an annual 10% bonus opportunity in addition to the base salary

Base Compensation Range: $20/hr - $22/hr plus 10% differential for swing shift

• Paid sick leave of 48 hours per calendar year
• Eligible employees may receive four (4) weeks paid Care Giver leave after 1 year of service or in accordance with state leave laws
• Employee Wellness and Financial Assistance Resources through Cigna and NY Life
• Tiered Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Overtime opportunities
• 3 weeks of accrued vacation time; accruals begin on Day 1
• Company paid short term and long-term disability (unless covered by a state disability plan)
• Company paid life insurance and AD&D
• Eligible for benefits the first day of the month after you start
• Health savings (HSA), healthcare & dependent care flexible spending (FSA) accounts
• 401(k) plan that provides a 4% Safe Harbor company match on a 4% employee contribution that begins on Day 1
• Nine (9) paid company holidays per year