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# Quality Assurance Technician

- **Company:** NIC Inc
- **Location:** Spokane, WA, United States
- **Salary:** $47,840.0 - $66,227.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, SolidWorks (CAD), Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bcabee370ac6f4e1

## About the Role

* High school level education or equivalent and specialized training which may be obtained in vocational courses or on the job.
 * Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to type 35wpm
 * CAD/SolidWorks experience not required, but would be a great addition.
 * Prior Quality experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
 * Basic understanding of math concepts and GD&T.
 * Ability to use gauges and other devices to verify conformity to standards of a product.
 * Requires a broad understanding of MRR's, RMA's, MRB's, PPAP's and R&R studies.
 * Overtime will be required, as-needed.

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS
Ability to lift 25lbs with or without accommodations.

## Description

* Makes final inspection of a wide variety of potentially complicated parts with very close tolerances, sub-assemblies and completed units.
 * Makes disposition of rejects and checks completed units for workmanship and conformance to specifications using calipers, gauge blocks, optical devices, indicators, and meters.
 * Provides contingency for Quality Inspectors. This requires working inspection knowledge for all inspected finished goods and components.
 * Devises methods of checking unusual parts and determines allowable variations from standard.
 * Provides technical and general support to the Quality Supervisor.
 * Leads and/or assists with corrective action activities.
 * Proves new parts, conducts or coordinates First Article Inspections (FAI's), enters and responds to MRR's, issues RMA's to customers, dispositions MRB area parts, conducts PPAP's, gage R&R studies, and aids in Continuous Improvement opportunities.
 * This job description reflects the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required, based upon business needs, at any time with or without notice.


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