Quality Technician I

Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling.

We have an exciting direct hire opportunity for a Quality Technician I at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Virginia Beach, Virginia!

As a Quality Technician I, you will be a key contributor in ensuring product excellence, reliability, and compliance within our manufacturing operations. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills who can perform inspections, audits, and calibration with accuracy and consistency. You will support both Assembly and the Machine Shop by identifying non-conformances, maintaining quality systems, and driving data-based improvements.

1st Shift Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, with possible deviations based on business needs.

If you are a quality-focused professional passionate about precision, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, apply now and see why Busch Vacuum Solutions is a great place to grow your career and make an impact!

Job Responsibilities

• Perform final inspection of pumps, document the findings in SAP, and report to the Quality Manager.
• Provide support to Assembly and Machine Shop when the Andon light is activated.
• Provide Assembly support during downtime by segregating and sorting non-conforming products.
• Prepare purchase requisition for approval by the Quality Manager.
• Involvement in the MRB Process.
• Defines and perform Incoming Materials inspection as required.
• Defines and perform inspection on materials as required.
• Inputs quality data into spreadsheets and programs.
• Participates in group problem solving activities.
• Performs Internal calibration of gauges, communicate with calibration company, send out gauges and in full control of gauge management.
• Conducts in-process audits, internal and external, as required.
• Processes non-conforming material, including disposition.
• Maintains general housekeeping standards.
• Reports online Performance and update chart/graph displays.

Required Experience

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required
• Associate’s Degree (two-year college or technical school, any field of study): Preferred
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing (Quality): Required
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing (any area): Preferred
• Awareness of calibration procedures: Preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel – ability to enter and manipulate data in spreadsheets): Required
• Experience with email communication (open/create/send): Required
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system software experience: Preferred
• Valid driver’s license maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards

Personal Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy and organizational skills
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and professional maturity
• Dependable, trustworthy, and results-focused
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data in decision-making
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team
• Adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Safety-focused, maintaining clean and orderly workspaces and adhering to all workplace safety standards

Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
• Most felonies are a disqualifier, misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis
• Must be willing and able to utilize all required PPE
• Ability and willingness to travel (up to 10%) domestically and overnights

Physical Requirements

• Constant reaching outward, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 25lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 50lbs
• Occasional climbing, squatting, kneeling, reaching above the shoulder, and lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 25lbs
• All applicants must be able to hear and see audible and visual alarms and must be able to wear all required PPE, such as safety shoes, electrical hazards, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

Benefits & Opportunities

Busch Vacuum Solutions offers an attractive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401K, PTO, and more! 

Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company.  Busch values promoting from within!

Work Environment

Moderately controlled manufacturing environment, moderate noise levels, fumes, and airborne particles, while working near moving mechanical parts.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.

Why work for Busch Vacuum Solutions?

As diverse and boundless as the world of vacuum is, so are the jobs and tasks at Busch. We welcome all talents, regardless of education, age, gender, or nationality; worldwide.