Forrester Manufacturing Quality Technician
Greenville, NC - USA
Job Summary
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable affordable and sustainable energy while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health safety security and improved quality of life. Are you excited at the opportunity to electrify and decarbonize the world
What impact youll make
Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for precision and teamwork Were looking for Manufacturing Quality Technician candidates to join our team at our Gas Power Manufacturing plant in Greenville SC located on Forrester Drive Greenville SC. If you have assembly experience and are ready to work in a supportive safety-first environment we want to hear from you!
Manufacturing Quality Technician
Job Summary
The Manufacturing Quality Technician is responsible for investigating production line rejects inspecting incoming supplier parts and performing dimensional inspection using standard metrology equipment and CMMs. This role works on the manufacturing floor responds to urgent quality issues places suspect material on hold investigates out-of-tolerance conditions reviews dimensional inspection results and makes final material disposition decisions in accordance with established quality procedures and in coordination with engineering or quality leadership when required. The Manufacturing Quality Technician works closely with production engineering and quality teams to contain nonconforming material identify root causes and improve product quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigateproduction line rejectsto identify defect types likely causes and required containment actions
- Inspectincoming supplier partsto verify conformance to drawings specifications and quality requirements
- Respond to urgent quality issues on the manufacturing floor to support production and containment activities
- OperateCMM equipmentto perform dimensional inspections on suspect rejected or incoming material
- Review and interpret dimensional inspection results includingCMM-generated reports to evaluate conformance and support disposition decisions
- Place suspect or nonconforming material onquality holdin accordance with site procedures
- Investigate suspectedout-of-tolerance conditionsusing dimensional inspection data and standard measurement methods
- Determine final disposition of suspect or nonconforming material in accordance with established procedures and in coordination with engineering or quality leadership when required
- Document inspection findings nonconformances hold activity and disposition decisions accurately in quality records and applicable systems
- Use standard metrology tools including calipers micrometers height gauges bore gauges and dial indicators to verify part dimensions
- Supportinternal and external auditsby preparing records providing inspection evidence and assisting with audit responses as needed
- Apply structured problem-solving methods to investigate recurring quality issues and support corrective action activities
- Communicate inspection results reject findings disposition decisions and quality concerns to production engineering and quality leadership
- Support continuous improvement efforts focused on reducing defects scrap and recurring nonconformances
- Follow company safety policies quality standards and work instructions
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Minimum of3 years of experiencein manufacturing quality inspection metrology or a related manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings specifications and quality requirements
- Proficiency in the use of precision measuring equipment including calipers micrometers height gauges bore gauges and dial indicators
- Experience identifying documenting holding and controlling nonconforming material
- Experience supporting investigation of production defects line rejects or out-of-tolerance conditions
- Familiarity with structured problem-solving tools such as5 Whys Fishbone and Pareto analysis
- Ability to learn electronic quality and production systems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic computer skills including Excel and quality documentation tools
- Strong attention to detail organization and sound decision-making ability
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical certificate associate degree or additional training in Quality Manufacturing Mechanical Technology Engineering Technology or a related field
- Understanding ofGD&T
- Experience operatingCMM equipmentand interpretingCMM-generated reportspreferred; training will be provided for the right candidate
- Experience with incoming inspection or supplier-related quality issues
- Experience supportinginternal and external audits
Core Competencies
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Strong documentation and recordkeeping skills
- Sound judgment in disposition of nonconforming material
- Ability to collaborate across production engineering and quality functions
- Sense of urgency in responding to manufacturing and supplier quality issues
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a manufacturing and inspection environment
- Ability to stand walk bend and lift as required by daily work activities
- Ability to use inspection tools and computer equipment throughout the shift
- Ability to work on the manufacturing floor for extended periods and respond to production-related quality issues as they arise
- May be required to support overtime or off-shift activities based on production needs
Reporting Relationship
This position reports to theQuality Manager.
Ready to Make an ImpactApply now to become part of a team where precision meets performance. Let your skills shine in a company that values craftsmanship innovation and teamwork.
Benefits Available to You
GE Vernova employees rise to the challenge of building a world that order to meet this mission we provide varied competitive benefits to help support our workforce: Our Culture GE Vernova ()
- Ourcompensation & benefitsare designed to reward high performers and help you manage your personal and family needs. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.
- Ahealthy balanced lifestylecan mean different things to different people. Weve created programs that support the way you live and work today.
- GE Vernova invests to provide opportunities togrow your careerby providing a path for continued on-the-joblearning and development.
Inclusion
At GE Vernova we believe in the value of your unique identity background and experiences. We are committed to fostering aninclusiveculture where everyone feels empowered to do their best work because they feel accepted respected and that they belong. Click here to learn more: GE Vernova Gas Power
GE Vernovas Gas Power business engineers advanced efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and power plant technologies and services with the industrys largest installed base.
Additional Information
GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided:No
(Manufacturing Quality Technician - 1ST shift): pay range for this position is between $27.50 - $48.36 an hour. Expected posting close date June 30 2026.
GE Vernova offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is anEqual Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Required Experience:
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