Quality

Overview

 

Job Title: Quality Technician

Department: Quality
Reports to: Quality Assurance Leader

Job Summary:

The Quality Technician will support the Quality Department by performing essential tasks related to data collection, auditing, gage calibration, dimensional layout, and compliance activities to meet quality standards. This role involves frequent interaction with production teams and customers to ensure product quality and adherence to industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Audits & Compliance:
Perform random line and dock audits to ensure product and process compliance with established standards.

Dimensional Layouts & Measurements:
Complete measurements and dimensional layouts for PPAP, SPC analysis, FAIR, and continuous improvement projects.

Documentation & Records Management:
Maintain various quality records as per the Quality System requirements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Inspection Support:
Act as a roving inspector on the production floor, utilizing established inspection criteria to identify non-conformances.

Data Collection & Audits:
Collect data and perform audits related to quality control processes, materials, and processes.

Process Support:
Assist with Material Change Requests (MCR) and Engineering Change Notices (ECN).

Quality Process Management:
Manage PPAP (Production Part Approval Process), FAIR (First Article Inspection Reports), ISIR (Initial Sample Inspection Reports), and support APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning).

International Compliance:
Maintain and update IMDS (International Material Data System) to ensure international regulatory compliance.

Customer Coordination:
Provide direct support and communication with customers, especially related to sample submissions and technical documentation.

Continuous Improvement:
Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the Quality and Operations teams, supporting various forms and reports.

Education and Experience:

Education:
Associate’s Degree or equivalent, OR
6 months to 1 year of relevant experience/training, OR
An equivalent combination of both education and experience.
Experience:
Prior experience in quality control or manufacturing environments is preferred.
Familiarity with quality standards and tools like PPAP, SPC, FAIR, MCR, and ECN is highly desirable.
Skills & Competencies:

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
Proficiency in using various quality control tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.).
Ability to analyze and resolve issues effectively.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 – $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:

Ability to Relocate:

Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person