Quality Technician

Precision Inc•Humboldt, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

To inspect, test, and verify that materials and finished products meet company and customer expectations and standards while reviewing processes to look for continuous improvement opportunities.

Requirements

Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Must be able to read and understand engineering print specifications and tolerances.
Demonstrated ability of working well with others and maintaining excellent interdepartmental relationships
Ability to understand and effectively relay important quality information
Readily accepts instruction from management and supervisors and executes effectively
Must be able to take initiative and work independently at times
Needs to be reliable and open to a flexible schedule
Strong computer comprehension capabilities, including Word, Excel, and various quality system applications
High school diploma or a general education degree (GED); or
Two-years related experience and/or training; or
Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

One-year certificate from a college or technical school preferred
Training in the following subjects is preferred: CNC Machining, Welding, Print Reading, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances, Statistics, Statistical Process Control, CMM Technology

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of the current weld process as well as assist in the weld training and certification of new employees and recertification of existing employees.
Assist manufacturing with implementation and compliance to company quality standards, procedures and work instructions.
Audit product and processes to assure compliance to standard work.
Coach and train employees on proper work methods and promote understanding of quality standards.
Work with management to evaluate and troubleshoot problems causing quality related defects. Assist with corrective action teams to resolve identified problems.
Evaluate compliance of finished products to applicable specifications and tolerances. Compile data and complete special inspection reports per customer qualification requirements (ITP, PPAP, etc.).
Evaluate returned goods and complete analysis reports (RGA) in a timely manner.
Assist with selection, tracking and calibration of gages and measuring equipment. Assist with development and implementation of new and revised measurement systems.
Maintain accurate data and records in correct file locations and databases. Provide necessary reports to supervisors and management.
Review and update work instructions and procedures.
Use proficient computer skills employing Microsoft Word, Excel, and be able to learn other special software as required to complete assigned responsibilities.
Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping.
Participate in continuous improvement processes and initiatives
Regularly participate in additional training related to the job and perform extra assignments as assigned.