Supply Quality Technician

Particle Measuring Systems • Niwot, CO

3d • $26 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Supply Quality Technician who will contribute to the success of the Quality Control Team, applying their expertise in performing inspections and eye for detail to support the achievement of team and company goals and deliver innovative, reliable solutions. In this role, the successful candidate will collaborate effectively with colleagues and cross-functional teams, demonstrate strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, and maintain a commitment to professional excellence, quality and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Knowledge of measuring devices and test equipment to support inspection and testing of all parts and sub-assemblies as needed.
• Must be able to read blueprints and be capable of calculating print dimensions, angles, radii, etc.
• Must have a working knowledge of production processes and product requirements.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Contributes to a team-oriented environment by building strong working relationships and supporting collective success
• Willing to cross-train to support different products as needed
• Proven experience as a quality inspector or relevant role
• A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
• Responsible and trustworthy
• Familiarity with quality testing machines and systems
• Thorough knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs

Nice To Haves

• Certification of quality control is a strong advantage (ISO 9000 etc.)

Responsibilities

• Read part drawings, specifications, and instructions to comprehend the quality expectations for the parts and materials
• Approve or reject raw materials with respect to quality standards and record supplier performance
• Perform incoming inspections on parts received from vendors
• Provide feedback to management on the quality of the materials received in inspection
• Set and use a variety of precision instruments
• Work from inspection checklists and work instructions used on the production floor
• Keep detailed required inspection records
• Develop, program, and optimize CMM inspection routines
• Lead first article inspections (FAI) and ensure compliance with standards such as ISO 9001
• Set up parts and fixtures for accurate CMM measurement
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T to verify part conformance
• Review and validate inspection results and reports
• Identify and document non-conformance and notify appropriate personnel of potential rejection of items
• Support basic troubleshooting of CMM programs and probing issues
• Lead Measurement System Analysis and Gage R&R activities
• Follow established quality procedures and inspection plans
• Troubleshoot measurement issues, program errors, and variation sources
• Analyze inspection data and support root cause and corrective action activities
• Collaborate with engineering on design-for-measurement and tolerance analysis
• Serve as a technical authority for dimensional inspection and metrology
• Select output samples and check them using appropriate methods (measuring dimensions, testing functionality, comparing to specifications, etc.)
• Maintain records of testing, information, and various metrics such as the number of defective products per day, etc.
• Prepare and submit reports to the Supply Quality Manager
• Review and inspect parts from production, engineering, and directly from suppliers as needed
• Follow established job safety practices, policies, and procedures as specified in plant directives for the safe performance of daily activities
• Continuously evaluate processes for improvements in efficiency, quality, and safety

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range: $25.75 - $34 per hour, depending on experience
• Health coverage: medical, dental, vision, fsa, onsite clinic (CO employees), life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Vacation, holiday, and leave policies
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition programs
• Employee assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed