Quality Technician

• Assists Quality team in inspection activities to assess conformance of products to the design as defined by engineering drawings, quality specifications/quality plans, and customer requirements
• Identifies nonconforming conditions that present existing or impending defective conditions at the system or subsystem level of assembly
• Creates documentation to standardize inspection methods and processes within the QMS (Quality Management System)
• Assists in managing the quality database including data entry and data analysis
• Reports on quality-related data at defined intervals
• Performs material movement transactions after completion of inspection process
• Recognizes and takes action to correct apparent discrepancies in specifications and procedures
• Reads, understands and interprets engineering drawings
• Completes tasking related to calibration management including coordinating instrument calibration, reviewing and uploading calibration records, and auditing the calibration process
• Obtains quotes for externally calibrated equipment
• Enters Purchase Requisitions for external calibrations
• Performs calibration on in-house designs instruments or systems
• Enters internal and external calibration data within calibration tracking software
• Uses the Calibration database to record test data, generate certificates and track product calibration history.
• Maintains familiarity with current and new products as well as all calibration lab standards and test equipment.
• Performs inspection of customer and government furnished equipment
• Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Adheres to all quality and safety standards
• Supports production projects and performs other duties as assigned

• May participate in lean/six sigma/quality/safety initiatives/internal audits as required

• Does not supervise others

• 0-2 years field related experience and/or training

• High School diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility listed above satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to speak, read and understand English
• Requires ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and wiring schematics
• Experience in the use of inspection equipment including but not limited to calipers, micrometers and height gages a plus
• Possesses strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of manufacturing, ISO 9001 Quality Management System a plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work in a self-directed environment.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Experience in ERP systems, SAP desired
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with employees and managers at all levels within the company
• Goal-oriented and team focused to ensure completion of projects in a timely manner

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job:

• Work is accomplished in a moderately clean plant environment
• The sound level in the work environment may fluctuate due to noises associated with manufacturing process

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Performs all work in accordance with safety and workmanship and good housekeeping specifications
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee alternates between sitting and standing/walking for long periods of time
• This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies up to 50 pounds
• Ability to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as required per plant rules

• New employee safety orientation and training on special tools or software required for job performance