Quality Assurance Technician I | Robotics & Advanced Manufacturing | North Reading, MA (Onsite)

Motion Recruitment is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician I to support a cutting-edge manufacturing and assembly environment focused on advanced robotic systems and automation technologies. This role is ideal for candidates with experience inspecting mechanical and electromechanical assemblies who thrive in a fast-paced production setting and are passionate about maintaining high-quality standards.

Contract Duration: 6 – 9 Months

Required Skills & Experience

• 2+ years of experience in a quality inspection role within a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Experience performing mechanical and electromechanical assembly inspections.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, bills of materials (BOMs), and work instructions.
• Hands-on experience using measurement and inspection tools such as: Calipers, Micrometers, Torque wrenches, and/or Optical inspection equipment
• Experience with NCR documentation and Quality Management Systems (QMS).

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience in robotics, automation, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of robotic subsystems including gantries, End-of-Arm Tooling (EoAT), vision systems, camera modules, and actuators.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management standards.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or equivalent certification.
• Experience with CAPA processes and root cause analysis methodologies such as 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone.

What You Will Be Doing
Daily Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of robotic assemblies, mechanical components, electronic assemblies, and packaging.
• Execute dimensional, functional, and visual inspections using calibrated measurement equipment including calipers, gauges, torque wrenches, micrometers, and customized measurement devices.
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) and validate assemblies against engineering drawings, schematics, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Follow and enforce Control Plans, QC Work Instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Verify proper assembly of robotic subsystems including gantries, actuators, sensors, camera modules, and related components.