Quality Assurance Technician I – Robotics & Advanced Manufacturing
Westborough, MA | 9-Month Contract Opportunity
Overview
Step into a hands-on role where precision, innovation, and quality intersect. As a Quality Assurance Technician I, you’ll play a critical part in ensuring the excellence of advanced robotic systems and electromechanical assemblies. Working closely with engineers and production professionals, you will inspect, test, and verify components that drive cutting-edge automation technology. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented technician who takes pride in upholding high standards and contributing directly to product performance and reliability.
Required Skills
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality inspection within manufacturing or assembly environments.
- Proven ability to inspect mechanical and electromechanical assemblies using calibrated measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, and optical inspection equipment.
- Skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of materials (BOMs).
- Experience conducting dimensional, functional, and visual inspections for incoming, in-process, and final products.
- Familiarity with non-conformance documentation, quality control (QC) procedures, and quality management systems (QMS).
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to detect deviations and ensure accuracy in fast-paced production settings.
Nice to Have Skills
- Experience in robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of robotic subsystems, including gantries, actuators, sensors, end-of-arm tooling, and vision/camera systems.
- ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or equivalent certification.
- Understanding of ISO 9001 standards, continuous improvement practices, and root cause analysis techniques such as 8D, 5-Why, or Fishbone methodologies.
- Familiarity with ERP or MES systems for quality data recording and analysis.
Preferred Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of quality assurance or inspection experience in a relevant production or assembly environment.
Other Requirements
- Ability to follow control plans, QC work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with Process Engineers, Product Quality Engineers, and Operations teams to identify and resolve issues.
- Commitment to maintaining calibration standards and documentation accuracy.
- Occasional overtime may be required based on production needs.
Be at the heart of innovation in an environment where your technical expertise and eye for precision truly make an impact. If you’re ready to contribute to groundbreaking technology while expanding your skills in a collaborative team setting—apply today and help us shape the future of manufacturing quality.
