Quality Assurance - QA Technician 1st shift

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Quality Technician to support quality assurance activities by maintaining quality records, assisting with inspections and compliance efforts, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. In this role, you will partner with Quality Engineers, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and Production teams to ensure products meet customer, engineering, regulatory, and internal quality requirements while supporting compliance with AS9100 and aerospace quality standards.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact—every day.

Shift: 1st shift, Monday-Friday 7:30a-4:00p

What You’ll Be Doing

Support Quality Engineers with quality documentation, including concessions, deviation requests, first piece approvals, process qualifications, and customer-required submissions

Review engineering drawings, specifications, and quality documents for accuracy and compliance

Maintain quality records in accordance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements

Assist with the development and revision of work instructions, inspection plans, procedures, and quality system documentation

Support internal audits and compliance assessments

Document and track nonconformances, corrective actions, and preventive actions

Collect, analyze, and report quality data to identify trends and improvement opportunities

Verify manufacturing and quality documentation prior to product shipment

Partner with production teams to communicate quality requirements and resolve documentation issues

Maintain calibration records and support document control activities

Assist with customer, supplier, regulatory, and certification audit preparation

Utilize ERP, quality management, and document control systems to maintain accurate records and traceability

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, efficiency, and defect reduction

Follow all company safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements

What We’re Looking For

High school diploma or GED

Minimum one (1) year of experience in manufacturing, quality, inspection, or a related technical environment

Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and quality documentation

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, quality records, and customer requirements

Proficient verbal and written communication skills

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and documentation accuracy

Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office applications

Nice to Have

Associate degree or technical certification in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or a related field

One to three (1-3) years of quality experience in aerospace, machining, casting, or manufacturing environments

Familiarity with AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality management systems

Experience with nonconformance reporting, corrective actions, and root cause investigations

Experience with ERP, quality management, or document control systems

Knowledge of aerospace quality requirements and regulatory standards

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a manufacturing and office environment

Regular interaction with production, inspection, and engineering teams on the shop floor

Must be able to stand, walk, sit, and use a computer for extended periods

May be required to lift and carry materials, files, or equipment consistent with the position

Frequent use of standard office equipment and manufacturing inspection tools

Must be able to wear required PPE when working in production areas

May be exposed to noise, heat, moving equipment, and other typical manufacturing conditions

Ability to visually inspect documents, components, and quality records with a high level of accuracy