Quality Control Technician
Watervliet, NY | $20–$25/hr | Full-Time | On-Site
Are you mechanically inclined, strong in math, and detail-obsessed? This is an excellent opportunity for a recent technical school graduate or early-career quality professional looking to build long-term experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
We are partnering with a highly specialized manufacturer whose components are used in advanced industrial, medical, and research technologies. This role offers hands-on training, exposure to advanced inspection equipment, and the chance to grow your technical skillset in a stable, team-oriented environment.
What You'll Do:
- Perform dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other precision tools
- Assist with CMM and automated vision inspection systems
- Conduct visual, mechanical, and basic electrical testing
- Generate inspection reports and maintain quality documentation
- Support root cause investigations and quality audits
- Work both on the manufacturing floor and in an office/computer-based setting
- High school diploma required; technical or 2-year degree strongly preferred
- Strong math skills (comfort with decimals and measurements is critical)
- Ability to read technical drawings and specifications
- Detail-oriented and comfortable with repetitive precision work
- 0–2 years of manufacturing or quality experience preferred
- Experience with CMM or inspection equipment is a plus
- Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm
- $20–$25/hour
- Occasional overtime available
- Temp-to-hire or direct hire for the right candidate
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must have Real ID-compliant license, enhanced ID, or passport
- Pre-employment drug screen and background check required
If you're looking for a stable, technical role where you can build foundational quality skills and work with precision equipment, we'd love to connect.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
