Quality Control Technician

Quality Control Technician – Houston, TX Location: Houston, TX Staffing Agency: Cooper’s Houston Industry: Manufacturing / Copper & Metal Manufacturing Job Type: Full-Time Pay: $26.00–$32.00 per hour, based on experience Travel: Required for training; candidates must be available and authorized to travel Quality Control Technician Job Description Cooper’s Houston is seeking an experienced Quality Control Technician for a manufacturing opportunity in Houston, Texas. This position is ideal for a quality-focused professional with experience in manufacturing, metals, copper, wire, extrusion, steel, aluminum, automotive, or industrial production. The Quality Control Technician will be responsible for inspecting raw materials, monitoring in-process production, testing finished products, maintaining quality documentation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish, possess a valid passport, and be available and willing to travel for company-provided training. Pay for this position is $26–$32 per hour, depending on qualifications, education, technical knowledge, and relevant manufacturing experience. Key Responsibilities Inspect raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality specifications and customer requirements. Perform physical, laboratory, and quality-control tests according to established procedures. Identify and investigate product defects, quality deviations, and customer complaints. Assist with root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions. Prepare quality certificates, inspection reports, and product documentation. Maintain accurate product and process traceability records. Enter inspection and testing results into ERP and quality-management systems. Verify the proper use and calibration of measuring and testing equipment. Support process-control activities, quality reporting, and continuous improvement programs. Participate in new product validations, manufacturing trials, and process testing. Work closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve quality issues. Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant work environment. Requirements Required Qualifications Education An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas is preferred: Chemistry Metallurgy Industrial Engineering Chemical Engineering Manufacturing Technology Quality Engineering Materials Science A related technical or manufacturing field Equivalent combinations of education and relevant professional experience may be considered. Quality Control Experience Minimum 1 year of Quality Control experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with industrial manufacturing and production quality processes. Experience in copper, metal, wire, extrusion, steel, aluminum, automotive, or similar manufacturing environments is highly preferred. Strong understanding of inspection, testing, documentation, and quality-control procedures. Technical Knowledge Candidates should have knowledge or experience with: Quality inspection methods Physical and laboratory testing Root Cause Analysis Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) Statistical Process Control (SPC) Product and process traceability ISO 9001 ISO 17025 is a plus ERP systems such as SAP or similar platforms Microsoft Office Measuring and testing equipment Manufacturing quality systems Bilingual English & Spanish Required Candidates must be fluent or highly proficient in both English and Spanish. The ability to communicate effectively in both languages is important for working with production, quality, engineering, and other manufacturing personnel. English: Advanced proficiency required Spanish: Advanced/intermediate-to-advanced proficiency required Passport & Travel Requirement A valid passport is required for this position. The selected candidate must be available and willing to travel for training, including potential travel outside of the Houston area and/or internationally, depending on the training program. Candidates who cannot travel for required training should not apply. Preferred Industry Experience Candidates with experience in any of the following industries are strongly encouraged to apply: Copper Manufacturing Copper Processing Metal Manufacturing Steel Manufacturing Aluminum Manufacturing Wire & Cable Manufacturing Wire Drawing Extrusion Automotive Manufacturing Industrial Manufacturing Metal Processing Electrical Manufacturing Industrial Production Key Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Exceptional attention to detail Quality-focused mindset Ability to identify defects and investigate root causes Strong written and verbal communication Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills Ability to read and understand technical specifications Strong organizational and documentation skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Commitment to safety and quality Willingness to learn and participate in ongoing training Ability and willingness to travel for required training Ideal Candidate The ideal Quality Control Technician is a detail-oriented manufacturing professional who enjoys working on the production floor and takes pride in ensuring products consistently meet customer, industry, and internal quality standards. You should be comfortable working with production teams, inspecting materials and finished products, analyzing quality data, documenting results, and helping identify opportunities for process improvement. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in copper, metals, wire, extrusion, steel, aluminum, automotive, or industrial manufacturing who are bilingual in English and Spanish and are willing to travel for training. Compensation $26.00–$32.00 per hour Compensation will be determined based on: Relevant Quality Control experience Manufacturing experience Education and technical certifications Industry-specific experience Knowledge of quality systems and testing procedures Technical skills and overall qualifications Why Apply Through Cooper’s Houston? Cooper’s Houston connects skilled professionals with industrial, production, logistics, and manufacturing opportunities throughout the United States. Our staffing team specializes in connecting qualified candidates with companies seeking dependable, experienced industrial talent. Learn more about Cooper’s Houston and current career opportunities at: Coopershouston.com How to Apply If you have Quality Control experience in a manufacturing environment, speak English and Spanish, have a valid passport, and are available to travel for required training, we encourage you to apply. Apply today through Cooper’s Houston for this Quality Control Technician opportunity in Houston, TX.