Quality Technician

HEI Job Description Highland Engineering, Inc. (HEI) was founded in 1986 – and has become one of the leading small business suppliers of Military Troop Support Equipment to the Department of Defense. Our emphasis has always been on solving the needs of our customers. Highland is an employee owned company and HEI takes pride in the average tenure of our employees is more than 10 years. HEI is proud to maintain a drug-free workplace supporting our troops and the DoD. Job Title: Quality Technician Location: On-Site - Howell, MI Eligibility: Must be eligible to work for a U.S. DoD Contractor Terms: Full-Time Job Summary: We are seeking a Quality Technician to support manufacturing operations by performing inspections, maintaining quality documentation, and assisting with compliance to internal quality systems and upholding safety regulations. This role works closely with Production, the Quality Lead and Quality Manager. Key Responsibilities: Perform incoming, in-process and final inspections Interpret engineering drawings and specifications Document inspection results accurately and maintain traceability records Identify and document nonconforming materials; assist with corrective actions Ensure compliance with ISO/AS quality standards and defense requirements Collaborate with production to resolve quality concerns in a timely manner Perform other duties as assigned What We Value: Operate with ownership: We value individuals who take ownership of their role, proactively solve problems and bring forward ideas for continuous improvement. Process-minded: Comfortable following established processes and accurately documenting actions in a structured, disciplined manner. Effective communicator: Able to communicate proactively and professionally with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering and executive leadership. Dependable and discreet: Understands the sensitivity of the company and customer information and handles it responsibly and confidentially. Mission-driven: Appreciates the responsibility and impact of working in a DoD manufacturing environment and acts with integrity and accountability. Qualifications: High School diploma or GED required 2+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings Strong organizational, communication and follow-up skills Strong attention to detail and documentation discipline Ability and willingness to work 100% on-site Ability to work independently and take initiative Preferred Skills & Experience: Experience supporting defense or military contracts. Familiarity working with ISO 9001 or AS9100 Additional education (Associates or Bachelor’s Degree) is a plus but not required Experience supporting corrective action processes Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person