Quality Assurance Technician I

Elemental Brands•Reno, NV

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Technician I supports quality-related activities to help ensure the quality of manufactured and purchased products, achieve product excellence, improve processes, and support customer satisfaction. This is a full-time position with core hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The pay range is $22.50–$24.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and one year of relevant experience, or equivalent experience and training.
Ability to safely use metrology equipment, including calipers, a handheld photometer, and a multimeter, to evaluate product conformance.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute multiple tasks effectively and on time; organize one's work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.
Ability to work with low-voltage electricity.
Ability to operate and maintain modern office equipment, computer equipment, and specialized software applications.
Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and safety guidelines.
Effective spoken and written English communication skills, including in-person and telephone communication.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of quality best practices applicable to the company's environment.
Knowledge of continuous improvement principles and practices; familiarity with ISO regulations is a plus.
Knowledge of LEDs, LED drivers, controls, basic lighting terminology, photometry, and applications.
Knowledge of test equipment, including multimeters, calipers, and handheld photometers.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-process inspections and verify documents and builds meet assembly requirements using prints, bills of materials (BOMs), and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Verify product identity, labeling, markings, quantity, dimensions, appearance, and documentation; enter data into the product database for historical reference and report issues to Quality leadership.
Compare physical product characteristics with technical specifications to identify defects.
Test electrical function, reliability, and packaging quality, and record results.
Report non-conforming material issues to Quality and Production leadership so adjustments, rework, and dispositions can be implemented.
Collaborate with Production, Product Management, Engineering, and other departments to improve quality methods and system processes.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance, 100% paid by the employer and available on the first of the month following the hire date.
Company-matched 401(k) plan at 5%, with no vesting schedule.
Paid time off (PTO).
Volunteer time off (VTO).
Three paid flexible holidays per year.
Seven paid holidays.
Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA), with a $200 annual employer contribution.
Career Development Plan Program.
Discounted corporate gym membership at South Reno Athletic Club.
Tuition assistance.
Employee discount.
Monthly birthday lunch celebrations.
On-site snacks and beverages.
Employee referral bonus program.