Coordinator, Quality Technician
About The Position
The Coordinator, Quality Technician supports and maintains Valmont’s ISO 9001 and Nadcap quality systems in collaboration with leadership. The role works frequently with clients and supports supplier quality, internal and external audits, corrective and preventive actions, document control, equipment calibration, employee training, and continuous improvement. The position also oversees vendor quality approval qualification, maintains First Article data, reviews and approves quality system changes, and communicates system requirements and goals across the organization. The role requires independent decision-making with minimal supervision and is scheduled for the first shift, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The starting wage range is $27.60 to $34.52 per hour.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience working within a QMS role.
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or Nadcap standards.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Proficiency in English, including verbal and written communication.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and specifications.
- Ability to read, operate, and interpret various precision measuring equipment.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to persuade others to change and adapt to new processes.
- Passion, integrity, drive to excel, and ability to deliver exceptional results.
Nice To Haves
- High degree of accuracy.
- Quality-based certifications from accredited institutions.
- Strong math aptitude, ability to read blueprints, and working knowledge of manufacturing processes.
- Ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner.
- Ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues.
- Understanding of Lean Six Sigma basics.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with leadership to build and maintain a compliant ISO 9001 and Nadcap quality system.
- Interact and collaborate frequently with clients.
- Develop, review, and update quality documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and quality manuals.
- Lead internal audits and support external ISO, Nadcap, and customer audits, including planning, execution, documentation, and follow-up.
- Monitor and manage corrective and preventive actions, ensuring timely resolution and effectiveness.
- Analyze quality data and trends to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Maintain document control systems and ensure quality records are current and properly archived.
- Support supplier quality management, including qualification, audits, and performance monitoring.
- Oversee calibration systems and ensure measuring equipment is maintained and compliant.
- Provide training on quality system requirements and procedures to staff across departments.
- Participate in cross-functional teams supporting new product introductions and process changes.
- Ensure compliance with customer-specific quality requirements and industry standards.
- Oversee vendor quality approval qualification.
- Maintain First Article data.
- Review and approve changes, revisions, and modifications to the quality system.
- Communicate quality system requirements, expectations, and goals to leads, supervisors, and managers.
- Make independent decisions with minimal supervision.
- Perform in-house calibration of measuring equipment and maintain a calibration log.
- Perform work instruction training and maintain a training log.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Healthcare, including medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision.
- 401k retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, including maternity leave.
- Work Life Support.
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
- Voluntary programs such as tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, and mortgage services.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
