Dixon Valve
Location: 365 Haacke Drive, Chestertown, MD 21620
Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Pay Range: $19 - $24 per hour
Quality Technician – Chestertown, MD Make the Right Connection—Build Your Career with Dixon!
About the Role The Dixon Group is looking for a Quality Technician to join their Boss Division in Chestertown, MD. In this role, you will be responsible for in-process audits in production, inspecting and approving incoming materials, and managing calibration of gauges.
What You'll Do
Inspect and approve incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods against engineering drawings and specifications.
Perform visual and dimensional inspections using height gages, calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, and other precision measurement tools.
Document inspection results through reports, logs, and database entries, including rework and scrap tracking.
Communicate nonconformances to affected parties and follow up for required adjustments.
Issue corrective actions where appropriate based on internal guidelines.
Maintain and manage all production gauges; perform in-house calibration when possible and coordinate third‑party calibration when necessary.
Verify proper operation of gauges; manage inspection and repair as required.
Ensure compliance with company quality standards, safety practices, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain SOPs for the Quality department, making revisions and updates as needed.
Assist with auditing internal work procedures and making recommendations to address non‑conformances.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality systems and reduce rework.
What We're Looking For
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree in STEM or related coursework preferred.
1–3 years of experience in a quality, inspection, engineering, or manufacturing role is preferred.
Some experience in reading blueprints and using measurement tools is required.
Strong working knowledge of mechanical measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and thread gauges.
Familiarity with engineering drawings, blueprints, and industry specifications such as ANSI, ASTM, API, and 3A.
Familiarity with quality documentation, reporting, and data entry.
Detail‑oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
Competitive salary
Bonus programs
401(k) retirement plan
Training opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
Gym reimbursements, and more!
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Quality Assurance
Industries
Oil and Gas
Equal Opportunity Employer The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.
We are committed to protecting the privacy rights of our employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. Personal information will be collected solely for legitimate business purposes recognized by law and maintained in accordance with all applicable data‑retention requirements. We do not sell personal information to third parties or share it except when authorized by law (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.).
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Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Pay Range: $19 - $24 per hour
Quality Technician – Chestertown, MD Make the Right Connection—Build Your Career with Dixon!
About the Role The Dixon Group is looking for a Quality Technician to join their Boss Division in Chestertown, MD. In this role, you will be responsible for in-process audits in production, inspecting and approving incoming materials, and managing calibration of gauges.
What You'll Do
Inspect and approve incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods against engineering drawings and specifications.
Perform visual and dimensional inspections using height gages, calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, and other precision measurement tools.
Document inspection results through reports, logs, and database entries, including rework and scrap tracking.
Communicate nonconformances to affected parties and follow up for required adjustments.
Issue corrective actions where appropriate based on internal guidelines.
Maintain and manage all production gauges; perform in-house calibration when possible and coordinate third‑party calibration when necessary.
Verify proper operation of gauges; manage inspection and repair as required.
Ensure compliance with company quality standards, safety practices, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain SOPs for the Quality department, making revisions and updates as needed.
Assist with auditing internal work procedures and making recommendations to address non‑conformances.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality systems and reduce rework.
What We're Looking For
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree in STEM or related coursework preferred.
1–3 years of experience in a quality, inspection, engineering, or manufacturing role is preferred.
Some experience in reading blueprints and using measurement tools is required.
Strong working knowledge of mechanical measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and thread gauges.
Familiarity with engineering drawings, blueprints, and industry specifications such as ANSI, ASTM, API, and 3A.
Familiarity with quality documentation, reporting, and data entry.
Detail‑oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills.
What We Offer
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
Competitive salary
Bonus programs
401(k) retirement plan
Training opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
Gym reimbursements, and more!
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Quality Assurance
Industries
Oil and Gas
Equal Opportunity Employer The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons.
We are committed to protecting the privacy rights of our employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. Personal information will be collected solely for legitimate business purposes recognized by law and maintained in accordance with all applicable data‑retention requirements. We do not sell personal information to third parties or share it except when authorized by law (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.).
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