Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Quality Control Technician (CMM) opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN.

Position Overview:

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for supporting quality assurance activities throughout the manufacturing process by performing inspections, audits, testing, and data analysis to ensure products meet customer specifications and company quality standards. This role requires hands-on experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), blueprint interpretation, and precision measurement equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured components and assemblies.
• Program, operate, and interpret results from Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to verify dimensional compliance.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, and optical comparators.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), specifications, and quality standards.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Investigate non-conforming materials and products, assisting with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Support internal quality audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and management teams to resolve quality-related issues.
• Verify calibration status of inspection equipment and coordinate calibration activities as needed.
• Assist in developing inspection plans, control plans, and quality documentation.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, ISO standards, and company quality procedures.
• Participate in process improvement projects focused on reducing defects and improving product quality.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating and programming CMM equipment (such as Zeiss, Mitutoyo, Hexagon, Brown & Sharpe, or similar systems).
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and inspection techniques.
• Knowledge of quality systems, inspection procedures, and statistical process control (SPC).
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends related to product quality.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and quality management software.
• Active DOE “Q” Clearance

Other Job Requirements:

• United States Citizenship
• Active DOE “Q” Clearance

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

View all Edgewater opportunities at www.edgewatertech.net/careers