QA Tech - Associate

Phillips and Temro Board•Delano, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The QA Tech - Associate performs incoming material inspections by interpreting engineering drawings and testing/inspecting products using various metrologies. This role is responsible for maintaining quality inspection files, updating the Certified Supplier List, and implementing the supplier non-conforming material process. Additionally, the associate will facilitate Material Review Board (MRB) activities, manage the warranty and annual returns process, and provide support to engineering teams. The position requires strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, SAP, Minitab, and Lotus Notes, as well as the ability to read technical prints and understand GD&T.

Requirements

Vocational Degree OR 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with 2 years in quality assurance
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including: customer / supplier interaction and communications.
Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, specifications and manuals.
Customer Requirements
TS16949 – ISO 9001
Customer Quality System
Computer Skills
MS Word
Excel
SAP
Minitab
Lotus Notes
Technical Print reading
GD&T
Product & Process knowledge
Metrology

Responsibilities

Perform incoming material inspections per documented procedures by interpreting engineering drawings and testing / inspecting product using a variety of metrologies including, but not limited to: calipers, micrometers, height gages, thread gages, pin gages, optical comparators.
Maintain incoming quality inspection files including, but not limited to: current print revision levels, material certifications, and inspection logs, Supplier Part Approvals.
Update and maintain the Certified Supplier List as required per documented procedures.
Implement supplier non-conforming material process per documented procedures including but not limited to: obtaining Return Goods Authorization from suppliers for rejected materials, debit memos, Supplier Corrective Action Requests.
Facilitate MRB activities per documented procedures, including but not limited to: facilitating MRB meetings, updating and maintaining MDR and SAP.
Facilitate the Warranty and Annual Returns Process per documented procedures including, but not limited to: returned product evaluations, performing required SAP transactions, and communicating claim status and disposition to customers.
Provide support to Quality Engineers, Production, and Design Engineers as needed.