Quality Associate

PEI GENESIS INC. • South Bend, IN

7d • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Associate supports the continuous flow of quality test cell activities by testing and inspecting products to ensure PEI-Genesis quality standards and customer-specific requirements are met. The role involves accurate testing, verification of correct and adequate components, and completion of quality documentation in accordance with the Quality Management System. The associate may also review and disposition nonconforming material, following established procedures and training requirements. The position works Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate with peers and superiors.
• Ability to understand simple drawings, CAPIs, and work instructions as needed.
• Basic PC experience.
• Ability to work with inspection equipment such as calipers, drop indicators, force gages, and DWV-IR testers.
• Ability to meet near-vision and color-vision requirements for personnel performing product acceptance testing.
• Strong work ethic, including attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to adjust schedule as management deems necessary or workload requires.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds regularly and up to 70 pounds occasionally with assistance.
• Ability to perform repetitive detailed hand work, sit or stand, and grip or grasp for 8 or more hours per day.
• Ability to reach overhead with or without a ladder or step stool.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience demonstrating ability to perform the position's duties.
• Math skills.
• Product or process knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support the continuous flow of quality test cell activities.
• Ensure products meet PEI-Genesis quality standards.
• Validate and test products to confirm customer-specific requirements are met.
• Confirm that correct and adequate components are used.
• Maintain awareness and basic understanding of BOM and Pick Suggestion special customer requirements.
• Complete quality department documentation and work instructions in accordance with Quality Management System requirements.
• Review and disposition identified nonconforming material, based on training, workmanship standards, guidelines, and direction from manufacturers or management.
• Follow all administrative procedures and work instructions.
• Keep quality department training up to date and request additional or ongoing training as needed.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $1,000.
• Medical insurance.
• Free dental insurance for employees; dependents may be added for a premium.
• Free vision insurance for employees; dependents may be added for a premium.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• Company-paid long-term disability.
• Paid time off.
• Paid sick time.
• Flexible schedule options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Referral program.
• Employee assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed