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Quality Control Technician Jobs in the United States

Quality Control Technician 2(2nd Shift)

United States-West Virginia-Rocket CenterOn-site1 day ago
Workplace Type
Onsite
Location
United States-West Virginia-Rocket Center
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Job Description

Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector is currently seeking an Quality Control Technician 2 to support our growing business in our Rocket Center, West Virginia location.

 

Rocket Center, WV is located along the North Branch Potomac River in Mineral County, West Virginia and is home to the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL), a government installation operated by Northrop Grumman. Known for its scenic mountain landscapes, rolling hills and state parks, the region offers a multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities to include hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hunting and whitewater rafting. Where can you get to from Rocket Center? We are just a couple hours from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh and not far from Philadelphia, Virginia and Ohio. If you enjoy a beautiful all-weather climate, low cost of living, zero gridlock traffic, outdoor activities, and easy access

Learn more about our site here:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/careers/northrop-grumman-in-rocket-center-west-virginia

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Job Responsibilities

  • Performs analyses and tests of raw materials, packaging materials, and/or finished products from manufacturing, to ensure quality standards and compliance to customer and regulatory requirements, and tolerance specifications for the chemical or physical property.

  • Performs a variety of qualitative tests or qualitative assays on samples, and to aid in maintenance and certification of test instruments and apparatus to ensure compliance.

  • Prepares and monitors quality statistics and reports. Reviews production records for conformance to procedures.

  • Conducts non-conformance tests of manufactured, packaged, or a tested product.

Basic Qualifications

  • A High School Diploma/GED with 2 years of relevant work experience within the field.

  • The ability to work any shift if needed.

  • The ability to pass a drug test and background check

  • The ability to obtain a security clearance if necessary

Primary Level Salary Range: $44,400.00 - $74,000.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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Quality Control Technician Jobs in the United States

Browse quality control technician jobs in the united states, sourced directly from company career pages and updated daily. Recent openings come from Smyrna Ready Mix, LLC, Heidelbergmaterials, Mural Group and others. Listings that show pay range from $49,000 to $110,000 a year. As a Quality Control Technician, you play a vital role in ensuring that products meet high-quality standards before they reach consumers. From conducting tests and inspections to analyzing data, your attention to detail is key to identifying and resolving quality issues. The job market for Quality Control Technicians is expected to grow steadily due to the increasing emphasis on product quality and safety across industries. To excel in this role, it is essential to have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of quality management systems and tools. While the work of a Quality Control Technician can be demanding, the satisfaction of contributing to quality product delivery makes it rewarding. With a good work-life balance and opportunities for growth, this role offers a promising career path for those interested in quality assurance.

Hiring snapshot

Based on the 27 most recent quality control technician listings

27
listings analysed
$73,000
median listed pay
0%
remote
13
posted in the last week

Where the openings are

  • Marshalltown, IA2
  • Jurupa Valley, CA1
  • Sumner, WA1
  • Bellevue, WA1
  • Cedar Rapids, IA1
  • Thornton, CO1

Listed pay

6 listings show a salary

$49,000–$110,000
range
$73,000
median
~$35/hr
hourly

Work arrangement

100% on-site

95% full-time · 5% other

Typical Salary

Roughly $40,000–$60,000 in the US, with technicians in regulated industries (pharma, aerospace) sometimes earning more.

Required Skills

Inspection & testing proceduresReading blueprints/specificationsMeasurement tools (calipers, gauges)Documentation & reporting defectsUnderstanding of quality standards (ISO, GMP)Attention to detail

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