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Job Title:
Quality Assurance Technician
Reporting To:
Engineer, Project QA
Work Schedule:
Onsite – Buffalo, NY
Moog Defense Group is recruiting for a Quality Assurance Technician to join the team in East Aurora. The Quality Technician should be self-motivated and can follow through on assignments with limited supervision. Must have the ability to work on several assignments and/or programs concurrently.
To be considered for the Quality Assurance Technician role, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:
High School Diploma or GED and 3 years of manufacturing experience in a quality role including writing and tracking nonconformances, corrective actions and supporting nonconformance investigations and CAPA processes or an Associate’s degree and 0-3 years of manufacturing experience
Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance.
Experience working in controlled manufacturing environments is a plus.
Candidates local to WNY area preferred. Relocation will not be provided for this role.
Preferred Qualifications:
Background in machining, inspection, assembly, test
Experience in reading engineering drawings or equivalent, using precision measuring equipment such as air gauges, Vici laser mic systems, super micrometers, microscopes, and CMM equipment, and working with various quality standards
Familiar with AS9100 specifications and quality documentation best practices.
Ability to work in a team environment
Strong communication skills and experience collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to improve product compliance and reliability.
Experience supporting process validation, tooling trials, coefficient/gauge capability studies, SPC, and participation in continuous improvement activities (Kaizen).
As a Quality Assurance Technician you will be responsible for the following:
Under the direction of a Sr. Quality Technician or a Quality Engineer, you will perform production inspection plans for receiving inspection, manufacturing, assembly & test, engineering procedures and first article inspection plans. This may include the performance of physical inspections, process capability studies, gauge capability studies, and/or implementation of statistical process control plans.
Conduct detailed visual and dimensional inspections using microscopes and precision gauges.
Verify and maintain compliance with contractual changes related to quality.
Perform routine technical tasks such as product/process improvement studies, development of new systems and procedures, and support of process validation efforts and tooling trials.
Prepare and perform customer source inspections.
Apply basic problem-solving techniques to assist in the resolution of fabrication and product related problems, support nonconformance investigations, and execute corrective actions.
Apply basic problem-solving techniques to assist in the resolution of fabrication and product-related problems-
Collecting and analyzing data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen) to ensure safe, organized, and precision-driven workspaces
Frequent personal contact with customers and teams require critical interpersonal skills, writing skills, tact, and persuasiveness.
Additional strengths you bring: Strong organizational and time-management skills; safety-focused and quality-driven work ethic. Detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Experience working directly with engineering and collaborating across production, inspection, and engineering teams
How We Care for You:
Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.
Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.
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Salary Range Transparency:
Buffalo, NY $28.00–$37.00 Hourly
Salary Range Disclaimer
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.
This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.
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