Quality Assurance Coordinator
About The Position
The Quality Assurance Coordinator inspects, tests, and verifies the quality of trailer components and finished products at various stages of production. The role works closely with production teams to ensure manufacturing processes meet internal and external quality standards, and requires attention to detail, knowledge of quality control procedures, troubleshooting, personnel training, and effective issue resolution. The coordinator documents inspection results, prepares quality and non-conformance reports, analyzes quality data and metrics, and helps maintain quality standards, inspection criteria, and quality-system processes. The role collaborates with Production, Engineering, Purchasing, Warranty, and counterparts at other sites to investigate defects, validate product and process changes, implement corrective actions, share best practices, and improve production processes and procedures. The coordinator also assists with audits, inspections, and certifications and provides quality guidance and training to production personnel. The position involves regular ladder and scaffolding use, work indoors and outdoors throughout the year, minimal two-handed lifting up to 51 pounds, and extended periods on one's feet. It includes occasional exposure to dust and chemicals and requires use of job-related PPE. Occasional travel to other sites may be required, and overtime may be required as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, or equivalent and relevant demonstrated skills and experience.
- Knowledge of trailer manufacturing processes, including fabrication, welding, coating, and assembly.
- Ability to work energetically and with focus in a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Ability to read work orders and thoroughly complete paperwork and documents.
- Ability to climb up and down ladders and scaffolding regularly.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors throughout the year.
- Ability to perform minimal lifting up to 51 pounds using a two-handed lift.
- Visual acuity sufficient for visual inspection of trailers and materials.
- Ability to remain on feet for extended periods.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear.
Nice To Haves
- Certification, education, or experience with quality processes in a manufacturing setting.
Responsibilities
- Inspect raw materials, parts, in-process products, and finished trailers for compliance with work orders, design specifications, and quality standards, using visual observations, Go/No Go gauges, measuring tapes, and other tools and gauges.
- Ensure adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company quality policies.
- Confirm repairs for identified quality defects.
- Record inspection data and maintain accurate documentation for quality checks.
- Prepare and submit quality reports and non-conformance documentation when issues arise.
- Compile and present quality performance metrics.
- Collect, compile, and analyze data to identify trends, generate insights, and inform decision-making.
- Assist in developing and maintaining Quality Standards, inspection criteria, and quality-system processes.
- Collaborate with counterparts at other sites to develop and replicate best practices.
- Work with the Warranty team to review, troubleshoot, and address customer-identified quality issues.
- Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Purchasing to investigate quality issues, identify root causes, recommend solutions, and implement corrective actions.
- Provide Production with feedback and input to help identify and implement error-proofing measures that ensure quality in-station.
- Support Production in developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions to ensure quality and correct identified issues.
- Provide guidance and training to operators and production personnel on quality-related matters.
- Recommend improvements to production processes and quality procedures to minimize defects and improve performance.
- Assist in audits, inspections, and quality certifications to maintain compliance with standards and procedures.
- Work with Production, Engineering, and Purchasing teams to validate product and process changes.
- Assist in other areas and perform other duties as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
