Quality Technician- AM Tanks

Wabash•Town of Clearfield, WI

About The Position

The Quality Technician supports manufacturing operations by applying Wabash quality disciplines, processes, and tools to improve operating performance and ensure products meet customer needs and expectations. The role emphasizes risk mitigation, error-proofing, and problem solving. The technician performs inspections and audits, collects and documents data, supports manufacturing teams with quality improvement and nonconformance resolution, and helps ensure production work follows applicable procedures and customer specifications. The position may include training or directing others, coordinating with engineers, supervisors, employees, customers, and vendors, and maintaining inspection and test records.

Requirements

Four years of manufacturing experience.
Experience with Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
Competence in basic mathematics and English.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Analytical skills and the ability to exercise independent judgment.
Ability to read and interpret technical data and engineering drawings.
Ability to direct and influence others within areas of responsibility.
Ability to function under pressure and maintain professionalism.
Ability to interact with management, customers, and suppliers.
Ability to train others individually and in group settings.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Problem-solving experience, such as 8D or 5 Why.
Understanding of basic engineering concepts, including fit, form, and function.
Experience reading and using a variety of precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

Promote and follow the organization’s safety objectives, procedures, and policies.
Provide leadership and training in support of the Quality system.
Assist manufacturing teams in improving quality and mistake-proofing processes.
Collect data, perform capability studies and reports, interpret charts, and support problem solving and other production tasks.
Support manufacturing operations through inspection, data gathering, containment, problem solving, implementation of resolutions, and follow-up on actions.
Provide data collection and documentation support and conduct process audits.
Manage measurement and test equipment, including torque wrenches, dial calipers, and weld gauges, in the calibration database.
Conduct PPAP functional and dimensional trials.
Process nonconforming material and conduct receiving inspections.
Work with engineers, supervisors, and shop personnel to ensure work meets procedures and customer specifications; issue inspection forms and enforce in-process record keeping.
Question conditions that appear substandard, including those not specified in inspection documents.
Respond promptly to shop requests for inspection assistance and complete inspections and documentation thoroughly and ethically.
Become familiar with applicable ASME Code, National Board specifications, and 3-A Sanitary Standards.
Train, lead, or direct the work of others as required.
Follow up on production, rework, and warranty nonconformities to ensure resolution and prevent recurrence.
Maintain current inspection records, test certifications, documents, and reports.
Suggest improvements or alternative methods and materials to reduce costs or improve quality.
Work with other business-unit members to meet strategic objectives and assist with administering company policies and programs.
Perform WMS problem solving and audits.
Approve or reject components and products from receiving through final test and shipment; communicate, document, and disposition nonconformities.
Interface effectively with employees, customers, and vendors to convey and achieve quality requirements.
Assist other Quality team members as required.
Keep the Production Supervisor and Q.C. Manager/Supervisor informed of quality problems, concerns, and delays.
Advise the supervisor of required maintenance and maintain an orderly, safe work environment.
Confirm and complete tanks for final in SAP.
Perform other duties as apparent or assigned.