Quality Control Technician
Ipex · Lynchburg, VA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Experience asked
- 14+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Ipex (industrial) in Lynchburg, VA. Develop a strong understanding of operational processes and safety protocols.
- They ask for
- 14+ years
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How this role compares
Against 13 other live quality postings in Virginia.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (14+ vs 60+)
Similar roles usually ask 60+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 71%
- ✓ Team leadership 43%
- New product launch 36%
- ISO 9001 29%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 29%
- Internal audits 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Quality team at Ipex
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Job Summary
Join a collaborative and safety-focused team where your attention to detail and commitment to quality will directly impact the reliability and performance of our products. As a Quality Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring our products meet rigorous standards for usability, safety, and performance. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced tools and processes, contribute to continuous improvement, and grow within a supportive and inclusive manufacturing environment.
At Harco Fittings LLC, we foster a culture of respect, safety, and continuous improvement. You'll be part of a team that values your contributions and encourages professional development. We offer competitive pay, training opportunities, and a chance to grow within a company that values innovation and quality.
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Promote and maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment through training, adherence to policies, and proactive housekeeping.
- ◆Perform inspection activities using PI tape, micrometers, and ovality gauges.
- ◆Ensure tools and equipment meet company standards.
- ◆Identify and resolve product quality issues.
- ◆Validate impact and skin testing processes.
- ◆Investigate non-conforming products and support corrective actions.
- ◆Support and mentor operators in quality procedures.
- ◆Collaborate on material trials and new product evaluations.
- ◆Monitor production output and run conditions to ensure compliance.
- ◆Complete documentation and quality reporting accurately.
- ◆Develop a strong understanding of operational processes and safety protocols.
- ◆Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills &
Qualifications
- ✓High school diploma or GED preferred.
- ✓14 years of experience in a quality assurance or technician role.
- ✓Proficient in using hand tools.
- ✓Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- ✓Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Physical
Requirements
- ✓Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- ✓Ability to stand, lift, and perform tasks for extended periods.
- ✓Must be able to wear required PPE (e.g., safety glasses, hearing protection).
- ✓Ability to work 12-hour shifts and perform repetitive motions.
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Quality Assurance Tech
Harco Fittings LLC is a member of the IPEX group of companies. Our mission is to compete and grow using innovation, differentiation, and extraordinary service. We want to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.
Harco Fittings LLC, founded in 1966 in Lynchburg, Virginia is a producer of gasketed joint injection-molded PVC and push-on gasketed joint ductile fittings. Our Harco locations span across seven states in the US. Are you looking for an opportunity to be a part of a dynamic and growing team?
We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Quality Assurance Tech. This role is based in our facility in Lynchburg, Virginia, and reports to the Quality Assurance Supervisor.
Work Environment
- •Working on raised surfaces (ladders, machines, work platforms)
- •Regular work in a fluctuating temperature environment (indoor & outdoor).
- •Exposure to grease, dirt, and some industrial chemicals.
- •The use of standard personal protective equipment is used and includes some of the following: safety glasses and splash shield, gloves and apron, safety shoes, harness, Hi-Vis clothing.
Benefits
- •Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage options
- •Life Insurance
- •Short- and Long-term Disability
- •401k and company match
- •Paid Holiday and Vacation
- •Reimburse COBRA costs while transitioning to IPEX benefits