Quality Technician

Nokian Tyres•Dayton, TN

25d•$0 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician is the primary quality assurance contact on the factory floor. The role ensures quality procedures are followed and that compound, component, and tire products conform to quality standards and customer expectations. The technician works across mixing, components, and finishing to reduce waste, identify root causes, maintain production records, and support operator learning in collaboration with quality engineers. The position is based primarily in an active manufacturing environment and requires routine presence on the production floor. Available shifts are 1st shift, 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., and 2nd shift, 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 2 years of working experience in a related field.
Ability to perform root cause analysis and apply statistics to problem solving.
Strong problem-solving skills using established methodologies, including 8-D, 5-WHY, and Ishikawa.
Knowledge of technological processes and production modes.
Knowledge of the main process and design data for manufactured products.
Knowledge of quality standards.
Ability to identify production defects and develop methods to prevent defects.
Time management and organizational skills.
Attention to detail.
Strong computer skills, including basic knowledge of computer-based manufacturing applications.
Proficiency with the MS Office application suite.
Proven technical skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work in a team environment and independently under pressure.
Commitment to excellence, high standards, ethical business conduct, and continuous improvement.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; Nokian Tyres will not provide visa sponsorship.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation, including standing and walking for extended periods; moving around production areas and using stairs, ladders, and platforms; occasional kneeling, crouching, bending, stooping, overhead reaching, and working in confined or awkward positions; frequent use of both hands; occasional lifting or moving of materials and equipment up to 35 pounds and less frequent lifting up to 65 pounds; occasional pushing or pulling of wheeled items; visual inspection; and effective communication of technical and safety information.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in designated production areas.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a technical field; equivalent experience may be substituted.
Experience with Lean Principles.
Experience with Oracle.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary quality assurance floor contact.
Ensure quality procedures are followed and compound, component, and tire products meet quality standards and customer expectations.
Eliminate waste in the mixing, components, and finishing factory areas.
Diagnose and analyze the root causes of waste, including scrap, Ahvalli, and wasted time, across the three factory areas.
Compile necessary reports for the immediate supervisor and factory personnel.
Compile One Point Lessons with quality engineers to support operator learning.
Maintain required records in working documentation and enter data into computer-aided production control systems according to company procedures.
Perform other duties as required.