Quality Technician 1- Day Shift

Steffes•Dickinson, ND

About The Position

The Quality Technician completes inspections defined by the Steffes Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure products meet internal and external requirements before release to customers. The role involves inspecting manufacturing work, recording inspection and calibration information, supporting quality training and audits, and contributing to quality assurance, control, and improvement projects. The technician works across the organization and may measure and scan materials or parts under the direction of Quality Engineering.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
At least 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing environment.
Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and the Internet.
Effective oral and written communication skills and intermediate interpersonal skills.
Spelling and reading skills sufficient for basic instructional and technical information.
Basic and advanced math skills.
Self-driven, flexible, and adaptable, with the ability to manage time, priorities, and resources effectively.
Ability to walk, sit, or stand to a significant degree.
Ability to lift 70 pounds from floor to waist, carry 50 pounds, and push or pull up to 100 pounds.
Ability to climb ladders and/or stairs, and to stoop, crouch, kneel, and bend.
Ability to handle, feel, and grip for some activities.
Visual acuity sufficient to inspect completed work.
Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions within a workflow, communicate with visitors, and complete tasks under speed or productivity quotas.
May be subject to internal and external environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

Develop knowledge of critical manufacturing processes, including fabrication, welding, assembly, and paint.
Become knowledgeable about the Steffes Quality Management System (QMS).
Conduct first-article, final, and receiving inspections as required.
Read, understand, and communicate information in customer drawings, tolerances, and specifications.
Use the Steffes Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to record inspection, nonconformance, and tool/device calibration data.
Conduct tool and device calibrations, including managing tools sent to third parties.
Manage requests submitted for tools and devices.
Deliver quality training to parties across the Steffes organization.
Measure and scan materials and parts under the direction of Quality Engineering.
Participate in quality assurance, quality control, and quality improvement projects.
Participate in customer, internal, and external quality audits.
Communicate professionally across functions regarding product and process conformity.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere through collaborative conduct with customers, suppliers, coworkers, and management.
Help the company meet its strategic, quality, and safety objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform work in compliance with EHS training and procedures, report EHS incidents or concerns promptly, and contribute to the EHS program.
Complete job-specific training and work according to standard work, processes, and procedures; notify a supervisor when work cannot be completed as required.
Support the Steffes Code of Conduct, policies, and procedures, and promote quality, professionalism, punctuality, and a positive image of the company and its products.