Jr. Quality Analyst

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated•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 nonconformances. Tasks and assignments are generally simple and straightforward and are performed under close supervision. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. The analyst supports and improves quality management system practices, process improvement, compliance audits, quality planning, customer satisfaction assessment, and preparation for Teledyne’s annual ISO 9001 recertification audit. The role also analyzes database information for trends, prepares reports, supports documentation and records programs, and applies statistical process control principles to root-cause analysis of production anomalies. Product or process inspections may be performed when specifically trained. Evening and weekend availability may be needed to meet goals and deadlines. The successful candidate has a related bachelor’s degree and 0–2 years of directly related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100, relevant software skills, and U.S. citizenship with the ability to attain and maintain a government security clearance are also specified.

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.
Basic knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100.
Knowledge of relevant software, such as design, analysis, or ERP software.
U.S. citizenship and ability to attain and maintain a government security clearance.
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 for presenting analytical results, such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Demonstrated problem-solving, communication, teamwork, business judgment, organization, professionalism, quality focus, adaptability, initiative, and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

Analyze and enhance overall quality management system practices.
Support and facilitate process improvement relating to 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 analysis findings, including internal audit results.
Prepare business reports, feasibility studies, and justification statements when required.
Participate in quality planning, identifying and ensuring satisfaction of customer order requirements.
Participate in the customer satisfaction assessment process.
Assist with generating or changing SOPs, GMPs, and quality system procedures when required.
Assist in preparation for Teledyne’s annual ISO 9001 recertification audit.
Use SPC principles in 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 in the evenings and on weekends when necessary to meet goals and deadlines.
Follow import/export requirements and consult facility import/export personnel as required.
Observe safety and security procedures, use PPE as required, wear the company-issued badge on company property, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.