Quality Technician Jobs in Louisiana
Quality Technician jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in petrochemical refining, aerospace manufacturing, and food processing, with consistent demand at both entry and experienced levels across the state's industrial base. The heaviest hiring activity is in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and the Lake Charles corridor, where major employers such as ExxonMobil, Northrop Grumman, and Dow Chemical maintain large production and quality operations. The most in-demand specialties are incoming inspection, process control, and non-destructive testing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Laitram Machine Shop is seeking an Quality Assurance Technician to work in our Quality Control department.
Laitram, LLC, is a global manufacturing company that has been part of the Louisiana business landscape for more than 50 years. Laitram employs over 3,000 people worldwide across four operating divisions – Intralox LLC, Laitram Machinery, Inc., Lapeyre Stair, Inc., and Laitram Machine Shop LLC. Laitram has been recognized for innovation and workplace excellence, including the New Orleans City Business “Best Place to Work” award. For more information, visit www.laitram.com.
Laitram Machine Shop provides cost effective, zero-defect inventory parts and components to other Laitram divisions, while supporting new product development through technical expertise and rapid turnaround. The supervisor is responsible for all aspects of the department’s day-to-day operations, including managing priorities, resources, equipment, workflow, and personnel with the goal of operational excellence. The supervisor will be passionate about individual and team development while consistently meeting customer expectations for delivery, quality, and value. The individual will offer creative solutions to challenges, opportunities, and rapidly changing priorities, with the ability to focus on future planning and project collaboration. The supervisor ensures that the Laitram Business Philosophy and Continuous Improvement Program are implemented throughout the department.
Responsibilities
- Complete CMM programs for production use using PC-DMIS Cad++
- Update old CMM programs with updated revision changes
- Verify fabricated components, weldments, and assemblies meet customer drawing requirements.
- Perform inspections on products, equipment and machinery.
- Assist in QC Audits and Process Monitoring in all Production departments.
- Assist in Factory Acceptance Testing of finished products.
- Record all related Quality Records with regards to verification, testing, auditing, and calibration results.
- Work with different department supervisors using the 8D process for root cause analysis.
- Generate timely Quality Reports as required to ensure all Processes are functioning optimally.
- Incorporate and Implement Continuous Improvement and Lean principles in daily work.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- 2+ years’ experience in Manufacturing or Fabrication Quality Assurance roles.
- Must be able to read mechanical fabrication drawings
- Must be able to properly use and maintain measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, profilers, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and work proactively in a team environment.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Proficient with MS Office.
- Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment effectively under pressure.
- Ability to work overtime or weekends as business needs require, with advance notice whenever possible.
- Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift and move 47 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to track projects, keeping stakeholders informed of progress
- Completed three levels of PC-DMIS Cad++ programming training
- 5 years’ experience programming CMM’s
- Quality Technician, Inspector, or Engineer Certification
- Currently taking classes or interested in taking classes on the above certifications.
Laitram Machine Shop is seeking an Quality Assurance Technician to work in our Quality Control department.
Laitram, LLC, is a global manufacturing company that has been part of the Louisiana business landscape for more than 50 years. Laitram employs over 3,000 people worldwide across four operating divisions – Intralox LLC, Laitram Machinery, Inc., Lapeyre Stair, Inc., and Laitram Machine Shop LLC. Laitram has been recognized for innovation and workplace excellence, including the New Orleans City Business “Best Place to Work” award. For more information, visit www.laitram.com.
Laitram Machine Shop provides cost effective, zero-defect inventory parts and components to other Laitram divisions, while supporting new product development through technical expertise and rapid turnaround. The supervisor is responsible for all aspects of the department’s day-to-day operations, including managing priorities, resources, equipment, workflow, and personnel with the goal of operational excellence. The supervisor will be passionate about individual and team development while consistently meeting customer expectations for delivery, quality, and value. The individual will offer creative solutions to challenges, opportunities, and rapidly changing priorities, with the ability to focus on future planning and project collaboration. The supervisor ensures that the Laitram Business Philosophy and Continuous Improvement Program are implemented throughout the department.
Responsibilities
- Complete CMM programs for production use using PC-DMIS Cad++
- Update old CMM programs with updated revision changes
- Verify fabricated components, weldments, and assemblies meet customer drawing requirements.
- Perform inspections on products, equipment and machinery.
- Assist in QC Audits and Process Monitoring in all Production departments.
- Assist in Factory Acceptance Testing of finished products.
- Record all related Quality Records with regards to verification, testing, auditing, and calibration results.
- Work with different department supervisors using the 8D process for root cause analysis.
- Generate timely Quality Reports as required to ensure all Processes are functioning optimally.
- Incorporate and Implement Continuous Improvement and Lean principles in daily work.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- 2+ years’ experience in Manufacturing or Fabrication Quality Assurance roles.
- Must be able to read mechanical fabrication drawings
- Must be able to properly use and maintain measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, profilers, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively and work proactively in a team environment.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Proficient with MS Office.
- Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment effectively under pressure.
- Ability to work overtime or weekends as business needs require, with advance notice whenever possible.
- Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift and move 47 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to track projects, keeping stakeholders informed of progress
- Completed three levels of PC-DMIS Cad++ programming training
- 5 years’ experience programming CMM’s
- Quality Technician, Inspector, or Engineer Certification
- Currently taking classes or interested in taking classes on the above certifications.
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The qualifications that appear most often in quality technician jobs across Louisiana.
- High school diploma or associate degree in a technical or manufacturing discipline
- Hands-on experience with measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management standards and documentation practices
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Experience using statistical process control methods to monitor and record production data
- ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential preferred or actively pursued by most Louisiana employers
Quality Technician Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality technician in Louisiana?
Most quality technician roles in Louisiana require a high school diploma or associate degree in manufacturing technology, industrial technology, or a related field, which programs at Baton Rouge Community College and Sowela Technical Community College provide. Louisiana does not issue a state license specific to quality technicians, but the American Society for Quality's Certified Quality Technician exam is widely expected by industrial employers in the state. Practical experience with measurement tools and quality systems, gained through co-ops or entry manufacturing roles, strengthens any application.
Which companies hire quality technicians in Louisiana?
Companies currently hiring quality technicians in Louisiana include Lockheed Martin, Mistras Group, and Eaton, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Louisiana's refining corridor along the Mississippi River and its aerospace facilities near New Orleans and Shreveport drive consistent demand from large industrial employers throughout the year.
Which Louisiana cities have the most quality technician jobs?
New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport account for the largest concentration of quality technician openings in Louisiana. Baton Rouge leads because of its dense petrochemical and refining complex, while New Orleans draws on aerospace, shipbuilding, and food manufacturing, and Lake Charles has grown steadily alongside LNG and industrial expansion projects in the southwest of the state.
Are there remote quality technician jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality technician work is largely hands-on, requiring physical inspection of parts, materials, or production lines, so most roles are on-site by nature. About 0% of quality technician openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve documentation review, supplier audits, or quality systems coordination rather than floor-level inspection duties.
How can I get hired as a quality technician in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a production operator or inspection assistant role at one of Louisiana's large refining or manufacturing facilities, which regularly bring in workers without quality-specific backgrounds. Employers such as ExxonMobil and CF Industries run structured onboarding programs that move operators into quality functions over time. Completing an associate degree in industrial technology at a Louisiana community college and earning the ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential, even as a candidate, signals commitment and gives a clear edge over equally inexperienced applicants.
Where can I find and apply to quality technician jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to quality technician jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to whichever positions fit.
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