If you enjoy hands-on work, precision measurement, and supporting world-class manufacturing, Poclain Hydraulics is looking for a Quality Technician to join our team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring product quality by preparing metallurgical samples, inspecting incoming materials, and supporting machining operations with critical quality verification.

This position supports metallurgical testing, incoming inspection, and machining quality activities within our production environment. The role helps ensure that materials, components, and finished parts meet the high quality standards our customers expect.

What You’ll Do

Metallurgy Laboratory Support

• Prepare and cut material samples for metallurgical analysis
• Perform sample preparation including mounting, grinding, polishing, and etching
• Label, document, and track samples through the evaluation process
• Assist laboratory personnel with metallurgical inspections and testing
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory equipment and work areas

Incoming Inspection

• Perform inspection of incoming materials and components according to quality procedures
• Verify dimensional, visual, and documentation requirements for purchased materials
• Record inspection results and maintain inspection documentation
• Identify nonconforming materials and initiate containment procedures
• Assist with supplier quality investigations when issues arise

Machining Quality Support

• Assist machining operations with in-process inspections and dimensional verification
• Use inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and measuring instruments
• Support first article inspections and production validation activities
• Assist with containment activities related to machining quality issues
• Maintain proper documentation and traceability of inspection results

Tools & Equipment You’ll Use

• Metallurgical cutting saws
• Grinding and polishing equipment
• Calipers, micrometers, and height gauges
• Optical inspection equipment
• Inspection fixtures and gauges
• Quality documentation and data systems

What We’re Looking For

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, quality inspection, or laboratory environments preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and inspection plans
• Basic understanding of manufacturing and machining processes
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications preferred
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams

About Poclain Hydraulics

Poclain Hydraulics designs and manufactures innovative hydraulic systems used in equipment around the world. Our Yorkville facility is a key manufacturing site where precision, quality, and continuous improvement drive everything we do.

Joining Poclain means becoming part of a team committed to engineering excellence, product quality, and continuous improvement in manufacturing.