UNION · 1 day ago
Quality Technician
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$55K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expUnion Technologies is reindustrializing America’s defense manufacturing base with an innovative Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model. They are seeking a Quality Technician to ensure that products meet the highest standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, focusing on quality control of metalworking processes and compliance with industry standards.
Defense & Space
Responsibilities
Champion a Quality-Driven Culture: Help instill a company-wide culture of Quality based on data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement
Develop & Support QMS Processes: Assist in developing Quality Control processes for defense-grade steel forgings and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards
Conduct Audits & Enforce Standards: Lead process audits and enforce strict quality standards to maintain battle-ready products
Crush Defects: Use RCCA tools (8D, 5-Why) to resolve defects and non-conformances swiftly and effectively
Monitor SPC and inspection data to keep processes tightly controlled
Work hand-in-hand with Quality, Process, and Manufacturing Engineers to design and validate precise manufacturing processes
Participate in Lean and Six Sigma projects to reduce waste and eliminate defects
Support Quality Engineers in addressing customer quality issues and requests with precision and urgency
Support the calibration program for measurement and test equipment
Be a key stakeholder in the Material Review Board (MRB) process, working with cross-functional teams in defect investigations and problem-solving efforts
Assist shift Quality Supervisors and Quality Inspectors to maintain Quality Control standards
Qualification
Required
Education: Associate's degree or higher in a STEM discipline, or High School diploma plus significant experience, with ASQ or other technical certifications preferred
Experience: 3-5+ years experience in Quality Control / Quality Assurance in manufacturing environments; supported ISO 9001/AS9100 Quality system compliance and auditing; defense/ ammo / aerospace / complex manufacturing - assembly experience a plus
Technical Skills: Proficiency with RCCA tools (8D, 5-Why), SPC monitoring, and inspection tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers)
Leadership/Work Style: Hands-on production Quality Technician, thrives under pressure, mentor and partner to production teams and Quality Supervisors
Soft Skills: Sharp communicator, proactive problem-solver, coach / mentor to production Quality Inspectors
Physical Requirements: Stand, walk, lift 50 lbs in a gritty shop with heat and noise
Preferred
Knowledge of defense standards (e.g., MIL-STD, ITAR)
Familiarity with metallurgy for ferrous, non-ferrous, and super alloys
Experience in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) (e.g., ultrasonic, dye penetrant)
Six Sigma Green Belt or ASQ CQT / CQI certification
Company
UNION
For nearly a century, our National Security industrial base has been stagnant, plagued by a lack of innovation and widespread sophistication.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase