Quality Assurance Technician

Job Type

 Full-time 

Location

 On-site in Youngstown, Ohio 44505

Job Summary

Commercial Metal Forming is a leading manufacturer in the tank head and metal forming industry, known for our commitment to quality, reliability, and customer service. With decades of experience and the largest inventory of tank heads in the nation, we serve a wide range of industries including oil & gas, pressure vessels, agriculture, and transportation.

We are currently seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to join our team. This position is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys customer interaction, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for inspecting in-process and finished products to ensure they meet customer specifications and CMF quality standards. This role performs product inspections, documents results, identifies nonconforming materials, and works closely with production and quality teams to support continuous improvement and maintain the highest levels of product quality and customer satisfaction.

This is a salary position requiring employees to work a rotating schedule that includes day, afternoon, and midnight shifts. Afternoon and midnight shifts eligible for additional shift differential. The starting annual salary is based on your experience.

Primary Responsibilities

• Inspect in-process, finished, and purchased materials to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Use precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, scales, and other inspection tools.
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain required quality records.
• Identify and communicate nonconforming materials or products to the appropriate personnel.
• Assist with root cause investigations and support corrective actions.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
• Calibrate measuring equipment according to established schedules.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to perform accurate inspections.
• Work with production personnel to resolve quality concerns and adjust out-of-specification products when appropriate.
• Interact with customers regarding quality-related issues as needed.
• Maintain organized work areas and follow all quality documentation requirements.
• Comply with all CMF quality standards, ASME requirements, and safety, health, and environmental policies.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of quality inspection or related manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and scales.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with GageTrack and MaxLite is preferred.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to presses, roll forming equipment, and cutting operations.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Reports directly to the Quality Control Manager.

Benefits

• 401(k) employer matching contribution
• Health insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and ten (10) paid holidays
• Parental leave