SPC Quality Technician

FM Industries•Fremont, CA

2d•$31 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

FM Industries is a manufacturing solutions provider specializing in build-to-print precision machined components, anodizing, and engineered thermal spray coatings. The SPC Quality Technician performs quality control and quality assurance functions, including visual and dimensional inspections in accordance with standard operating procedures. The role supports customer first-article preparation and tracks cost-of-quality and other quality operations metrics. It uses programs and methods such as SPC, GR&R, and POR to collect, evaluate, and document quality data; collects and publishes metrics such as RMA, DMR, NC, and MBR; and may assist Quality or Manufacturing Engineering with quality methods and procedures and process assessments. The position is scheduled for day shift, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Training takes place at the Fremont, California facility for approximately three months; after successful completion, the position transitions to the Livermore, California location. Candidates must be comfortable working at both locations.

Requirements

Two- or four-year degree in a technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
3–5 years in a Quality Control or Quality Assurance-related role, preferably in manufacturing.
Basic knowledge of GD&T.
Basic ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Knowledge and use of precision testing equipment and tools, including calipers, micrometers, pin gages, and profilometers.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Ability to communicate clearly with people at various organizational levels, suppliers, and customers.
Teamwork orientation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP systems such as Epicor, Vantage, Oracle, or SAP.

Responsibilities

Perform visual and dimensional inspections as defined by standard operating procedures.
Support preparation of customer first articles and quality operations metrics.
Collect, evaluate, document, synthesize, and publish quality assurance and control data and metrics, including SPC, GR&R, POR, RMA, DMR, NC, and MBR.
Complete regular Quality Operation Metric Reports for management review.
Assist with administration of the corporate SPC program.
Use measuring equipment to measure components and collect data to determine acceptance.
Generate Nonconformance or Discrepant Material Reports to record and control nonconforming material.
May assist Quality or Manufacturing Engineering in developing quality assurance and control methods and procedures.
Work with engineers and other subject matter experts to conduct process assessments.
Maintain accuracy and attention to detail to meet company quality standards.

Benefits

Competitive salary
PTO program
Nine paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee
Tuition assistance
Pet insurance
Flexible spending plans
Health spending plans
Online learning center with training resources
401(k) retirement savings plan with a 30% company match; 100% vested after six years