Quality Technician

Wabtec•Salem, VA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Wabtec Graham White Quality Team, you will be responsible for ensuring that products are being produced to the highest quality standards and work toward the reduction of non-conforming products. You will interact with team members at all levels of the organization, working most closely with members of the manufacturing engineering and operations team toward the goal of efficiently producing parts which meet Wabtec’s standards for quality.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, Quality or other technical role.
Proficient in Microsoft Office software – Word and Excel.
Experience using measurement devices and gauges.
Effective interpersonal skills with all levels of employees and ability to work with various departments throughout the organization.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

Document calibrations and maintain records in the calibration software.
Calibrate, maintain and, when necessary, replace or upgrade gauges and measurement devices of all types used throughout the organization.
Manage gauge calibrations with outside labs.
Create and issue nonconformance reports, corrective actions and maintain records of both.
Perform containment activity related to defective material.
Inspect incoming material and internally produced items and document those inspections.
Communicate with shop floor personnel to identify product and process problems and implement solutions.
Communicate directly with suppliers on all quality related topics.
Become trained and perform process audits as needed.
Assist with warranty evaluations as needed.
Perform other QA departmental activities as needed.