Quality Technician (12-hour 223 schedule 7p to 7a nights)

REA MAGNET WIRE CORP•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

The Quality Technician conducts shop-floor audits and other duties related to wire quality. Under the direction of the Manager, the technician collaborates with engineers and supervisors to reduce scrap and customer returns, and supports the company’s safety objectives and quality metrics. The role works a 12-hour 2-2-3 schedule from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The technician maintains the plant calibration system and in-line detection systems, conducts and documents wire testing, analyzes and reports data, and supports quality issue resolution and root-cause investigations. The role also participates in operational excellence activities, processes wire mill dies and reels through MRB, prepares wire cross-sections and photomicrographs, and assists with other Quality functions as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment, including the ability to lift and move heavy loads.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality standards.
Technical, investigative, and mechanical aptitude.
Good mathematical skills.
Ability to perform, interpret, and understand standard and special testing results.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work variable hours and flexible time periods at a moment’s notice.
Good manual dexterity, attention to detail, and ability to follow instructions.
Ability to act independently, take initiative, and prioritize work duties.
Ability to work with individuals and teams.

Nice To Haves

Working toward an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
Three years of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain the plant calibration system, including equipment inventory, annual calibration, measurement capability studies, and coordination with test equipment suppliers for repairs or equipment purchases.
Maintain the functionality of in-line detection systems, including Bead Detection and Laser Micrometers.
Perform standard and special tests on wire to support technology, operations, scheduling, and engineering teams, including special and sample orders.
Analyze and report data to management.
Maintain documentation of testing results.
Perform on-floor quality audits and layered process audits as needed.
Ensure quality issues are resolved in a timely manner.
Participate in root-cause determination using systematic problem-solving methods.
Participate in operational excellence teams, including visiting customers as needed.
Process wire mill dies and reels through MRB and drive actions to reduce reels sent offline.
Create polished and, as needed, etched cross-sections and take photomicrographs.
Assist with other Quality functions as needed.
Support the plant’s safety culture and activities.