Quality Technician - 1st Shift

nVent • Anoka, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide quality assurance support and lead root cause problem solving activities that are aligned to improve internal and external quality levels, supporting overall customer satisfaction of our products. Lead problem solving activities for both product and manufacturing processes, with assistance from Quality Engineer. Perform process validations, in-process inspections, and monitoring, analyzing the quality of manufacturing processes and products. Provide support to design, manufacturing, and quality engineering functions for data collection, analysis, product review, and process capabilities. Understand, adhere to, and develop processes compliant with the Quality Management Systems (QMS) objectives, as well as train other personnel to adhere to QMS standards. Perform internal ISO standard audits and provide audit support in designated areas. Provide formal documented FAI reports suitable for customer or internal use as required. Determine and use appropriate measuring tools and equipment to verify dimensional and functional requirements. Effectively communicate with appropriate areas as needed, (Operations, Supply, Manufacturing Engineering, Design, Quality, Customer Service, Production Planning, Logistics, etc.). Lead and/or assist in supporting the activities that maintain the calibration status of inspection, test, and measurement equipment. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints and process related documents.
• 2+ years working in the quality/manufacturing field
• Ability to use measurement tools and techniques
• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) preferred
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks is key to being successful in this role
• Must be able to interpret order requirements, quotes, drawings, and draw conclusions
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometer, paint mill gauges, etc.)
• Skilled in identifying root causes of routine problems/issues and the ability to develop recommendations for resolution
• Ability to interpret and apply Quality Systems / ISO procedures and documentation
• Comfortable using computer systems and software including MS Office Applications and ERP System (JD Edwards is a plus)

Nice To Haves

• GD&T knowledge is a plus.
• Knowledge of how Air Conditioning equipment operates and functions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality assurance support and lead root cause problem solving activities that are aligned to improve internal and external quality levels, supporting overall customer satisfaction of our products.
• Lead problem solving activities for both product and manufacturing processes, with assistance from Quality Engineer.
• Perform process validations, in-process inspections, and monitoring, analyzing the quality of manufacturing processes and products.
• Provide support to design, manufacturing, and quality engineering functions for data collection, analysis, product review, and process capabilities.
• Understand, adhere to, and develop processes compliant with the Quality Management Systems (QMS) objectives, as well as train other personnel to adhere to QMS standards.
• Perform internal ISO standard audits and provide audit support in designated areas.
• Provide formal documented FAI reports suitable for customer or internal use as required.
• Determine and use appropriate measuring tools and equipment to verify dimensional and functional requirements.
• Effectively communicate with appropriate areas as needed, (Operations, Supply, Manufacturing Engineering, Design, Quality, Customer Service, Production Planning, Logistics, etc.).
• Lead and/or assist in supporting the activities that maintain the calibration status of inspection, test, and measurement equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED