Quality Technician- 2nd Shift

Power Solutions International•Darien, WI

38d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leader in large gen-set packaging and enclosures. We provide turnkey, custom power packages that integrate alternators, cooling systems, controls, switchgear, cabling, and protection, delivered as containerized, skid, or walk-in solutions. Our team manages the full lifecycle from application engineering and 3D design to structural fabrication, wiring and piping, sound and thermal management, code compliance, factory acceptance testing, and site support. With scalable production capacity and disciplined program management, PSI delivers repeatable quality and reliable performance on complex builds for mission-critical and industrial applications worldwide Position Summary: The Quality Technician supports the assembly process, focusing on testing assembled products to ensure quality control and proactively identifying and resolving mechanical deficiencies. Flexibility is critical to this role as you will work across stations, product lines, plants, and daily tasks. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: testing, troubleshooting product flaws, training Assemblers, communicating across the organization, documenting using Lean tools and methodologies, and providing process improvement recommendations.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience including the ability to apply math (fractions, ratios, measurements) and to read, comprehend, and convert instruction manuals/diagrams into work
Internally certified in process verification and detection testing systems; or the ability to become certified within 6 months
Success as an assembler especially as demonstrated through flexibility/adaptability to a wide range of work responsibilities, effective problem solving with a focus on delivering result, mechanical aptitude with a range of power tools, and high reliability
Communicates effectively with multiple functional teams, including providing documentation, to drive results and resolution of problems
Tech savvy with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
Willingness to travel and work across multiple local plant locations

Responsibilities

Perform in-process and final quality inspections on manufactured products to ensure they meet customer requirements, to ensure consistent, quality products are ready to ship to customers
Identify units that fail tests or tolerance levels. Calibrate and maintain testing equipment
Problem-solve, communicate, and escalate issues across functional areas (Quality, Maintenance, Materials, Purchasing, and Engineering) to identify root cause, resolve the challenge, and prevent future occurrences to drive down Parts Per Million (PPM)
Document quality, testing, and audit results by filling out and submitting a daily report and updating Lean SPQRC metrics. Utilize and improve blue card and yellow methodologies to effectively manage the issues/deficiencies through resolution
Perform audits across a variety of functions, including work instruction, process verification, and layered
Proactively train Assembly Team Members on how to perform standardized work using JIT processes and error-proofing checks, as well as maintain an updated training matrix
When customers report issues, partner with the Manufacturing Engineering team to recreate the problem and solve it
Ensure production targets are met by assisting in identifying bottlenecks and constraints and performing training, assembly, or line realignment to alleviate the problem
Act as a Safety Ambassador, adhering to all safety policies, including maintaining line organization and cleanliness utilizing 5S and WPO (Workplace Organization), performing TPM activities, and conducting preventative maintenance on tools and equipment
As needed, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds of materials to assist in production. Learn and execute team lifts for items over 40 pounds
Adhere to all safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, navigating the plant with alert behavior, operating power tools and machines according to instructions, and disposing of waste properly
All other duties as assigned by management

Benefits

PSI offers a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision to pet insurance as well as discounted prescription plans.
Additionally, we also provide a 401k match, life insurance and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program.

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