Quality Technician

Quality Technician

The Quality Technician will perform a variety of inspection and quality tasks in support of manufacturing operations and new product development activities. Perform daily activities in the IQC lab including completion of inspections while meeting priorities. Assure compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS).

Number of Openings: 5

Day Shift (6:00am - 2:35pm) - 1 opening

Swing Shift (2:30pm - 11:05pm) - 2 openings

Graveyard Shift (9:30pm - 6:05am) - 2 openings

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete inspection of incoming materials including machined components, sheet metal parts, mechanical assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, fasteners, and adhesives, per engineering drawings, specifications, and Quality Inspection Plans (QIP).
• Lead and implement best measurement techniques for incoming inspection.
• Review supplier provided documentation including certificates of conformance, material certifications, and special process certifications.
• Complete material acceptance and rejection transactions in ERP system.
• Coordinate MRB activities and initiate NCR's as required to ensure the proper disposition of non-conforming materials as required in the QMS.
• Complete and review First Article Inspections (FAI) as required.
• Create or assist in generating Quality Inspection Plan (QIP)
• Monitor performance of quality control systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
• Perform manufacturing in-process and final inspections per inspection plans as required.
• Assist in calibration and preventive maintenance activities with outside suppliers.
• Perform and/or participate in quality system audits as assigned, report findings, and make suggestions for improvement.
• Support new product development activities as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Or an Associate's degree (Biology, Chemistry, or related engineering) and up to 1 year of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Work independently with minimal supervision on routine tasks.
• Experience with MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook
• Flexibility to work on multiple tasks with increased effectiveness.
• Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail and quality
• Ability to support and help others in the team.
• Manages time well and will put in extended time as needed.
• Understanding of basic statistical principles.

Physical Requirements:

• Daily pipetting and computer work
• Occasionally lift and/or move objects of 10-25 lbs.
• Frequently required to move throughout the laboratory.