Quality Technician - 2nd Shift

nVent • Anoka, MN

14d • $20 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician is a member of the quality assurance team and helps ensure products meet quality standards. The role supports problem solving, process validation, inspections, quality analysis, containment, documentation, audits, training, lean activities, and calibration. It requires attention to detail, familiarity with quality standards and measurement methods, and collaboration with design, manufacturing, and quality engineering functions.

The position is primarily indoors, with frequent noise of 85 dB and occasional exposure to chemical hazards such as solvents. It requires frequent standing and walking and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. The role is listed as 2nd shift and onsite.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience in the quality process; experience with Quality Management Systems is preferred.
• Ability to interpret order requirements, quotes, and drawings, and draw conclusions.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, paint mil gauges, hardness testers, CMMs, measuring tables, optical comparators, and functional testers.
• Ability to identify root causes of routine problems and develop recommendations for resolution.
• Ability to organize and plan workload and work in a self-directed manner.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to interface with people across multiple company functions.
• Ability to interpret and apply Quality System and ISO procedures and documentation.
• Ability to quickly learn and operate a variety of test and measurement equipment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to apply appropriate math and geometry.
• Ability to use personal computers and Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently.
• Ability to work primarily indoors where there is frequent noise of 85 dB and occasional exposure to chemical hazards such as solvents.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems.
• At least 1 year of experience using precision metal fabrication measurement tools and techniques.
• Experience and understanding of charting and process control methods.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate problem-solving activities for products and manufacturing processes.
• Perform process validations and in-process inspections; monitor and analyze manufacturing process and product quality.
• Support design, manufacturing, and quality engineering with data collection, analysis, product reviews, and process capabilities.
• Perform containment activities to prevent potential or additional quality defects.
• Prepare formally documented FAI reports for customer or internal use as required.
• Select and use appropriate measuring tools and equipment to verify dimensional and functional requirements.
• Develop and maintain control charts to monitor and improve performance.
• Review and analyze products to determine causes and/or dispositions.
• Support audits in designated areas, assist with training on quality standards, and participate in lean activities.
• Lead or assist with calibration of inspection, test, and measurement equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement may be available.
• Caregiver, personal, and parental leave may be available.
• Back-up care services may be available.
• Paid time off, including volunteer time, may be available.
• Well-being program may be available.
• Legal and identity theft protection may be available.

What This Job Offers

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