Quality Materials Technician

Momentive Technologies•Richmond Heights, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Materials Technician works in conjunction with the Quality Manager and Quality Team to assist in the production of consistent quality product within a manufacturing environment. This position will primarily oversee the department day-to-day and support other departments within manufacturing as needed. There are opportunities within the team to be the point person for calibration and for ISO document control.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience.
Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs. and move materials using handling equipment.
Ability to perform physical activities including standing, bending, stooping, twisting, crouching, squatting, kneeling, climbing, and reaching at all levels.
Strong commitment to quality, customer service, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
Ability to analyze technical information and identify root causes of quality issues.
Strong organizational skills, personal accountability, and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Willingness to work flexible schedules, including all shifts and weekends.
Knowledge of inspection methods, measurement techniques, and quality inspection equipment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SAP, and manufacturing-related equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating industrial equipment and material handling devices preferred.
Strong visual acuity and attention to detail
5 years Manufacturing experience or 2 years of previous Quality Materials Technician experience
Prior experience with SPC
Technical degree or further education
Demonstrated effective communication with others, influencing skills and decision-making ability.
Performing first article, in-process, and final inspections
Inspection techniques, e.g., dial calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, etc.
Use and interpretation of statistical sampling plans
Strong familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 or other quality system requirements

Responsibilities

Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of raw materials, products, and manufacturing processes.
Maintain quality records and enter inspection, testing, and release data into SAP and other quality systems.
Operate, program, calibrate, maintain, and coordinate repair of inspection and testing equipment.
Conduct gauge R&R studies and support statistical process control (SPC) activities.
Perform internal quality audits, support ISO 9001 compliance, and assist with quality system improvements.
Identify, document, and communicate nonconformities; support containment, material review boards (MRBs), and corrective actions.
Participate in root cause investigations and verify the effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.
Maintain controlled quality documentation, including procedures, drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
Support new product introductions, RFQ activities, inventory controls, cycle counts, and quality hold management.
Serve as a quality resource to production, engineering, and operations teams, and provide backup support to Quality Engineers and Managers as needed.
Participate in continuous improvement, problem-solving, and 5S initiatives.
Ensure compliance with all safety, health, environmental, PPE, attendance, and housekeeping requirements.
Train and assist team members and perform other duties as assigned.