Jr. Quality Analyst

Teledyne Technologies•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

The Jr. Quality Analyst supports production areas with quality issues and questions and may participate in external, internal, and supplier audits. The role maintains documentation on audit findings and follows up on corrective action plans and areas of nonconformance. Tasks and assignments are generally simple and straightforward and are performed under close supervision. The primary focus is to analyze and enhance quality management system practices and support process improvement, compliance, product quality, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field and 0–2 years of directly related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and to write simple correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations to other employees.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percentages, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Knowledge of software used to present analytical results, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
U.S. citizenship and ability to attain and maintain a government security clearance.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100.
Knowledge of specific software, such as design, analysis, or ERP software.

Responsibilities

Analyze and enhance overall quality management system practices.
Support or facilitate process improvement in supplier assessment, contractual and regulatory compliance, and product manufacture.
Participate in compliance audits to verify adherence to company policies, standards, and procedures.
Query established databases to derive trend-analysis data and provide feedback supporting product and system improvements.
Prepare written reports of analytical findings, including internal audit results.
Prepare business reports, feasibility studies, and justification statements when required.
Participate in Quality Planning to identify and ensure satisfaction of customer order requirements.
Participate in the customer satisfaction assessment process.
Assist with generating or updating SOPs, GMPs, and Quality System procedures when required.
Assist in preparation for Teledyne's annual ISO 9001 recertification audit.
Use SPC principles to support root-cause analysis of production anomalies, including variability studies.
Perform product or process inspections when specifically trained.
Support maintenance of the company's training and records-retention programs.
Be available during evenings and weekends when necessary to meet goals and deadlines.
Follow import/export requirements and consult facility import/export personnel as required.
Follow safety and security procedures, use required personal protective equipment, and wear the company-issued badge on company property.