Mercury Marine - Quality Technician, Assembly (3rd Shift)

About the role

Position Overview: As part of the talented Quality team, you will work with outboard assembly product lines and possibly some machining, and report to the Quality Engineering Supervisor. The main role of this position will be to maintain quality assurance procedures, practices, and standard evaluation methods, ensuring product quality and integrity while minimizing process variation.

Responsibilities

• Work individually or collaboratively to reduce manufacturing process or product variation, using laboratory instruments and equipment, along with root cause corrective action methods
• Lead or assist in formal problem-solving projects including completion of corrective action requests
• Look up engineering drawings on computers, read and understand tolerances and key product features
• Perform basic dimensional inspections of parts utilizing calipers, micrometers, and other hand-held gauges
• Recommend design changes or improvements in production methods through FMEA or other methods as appropriate
• Work with engineers, technicians, and operators to assist with training as required
• Support manufacturing's non-conforming material process as required, and identify scrap reduction opportunities
• Organize and assist in resolving quality spills, including part sorts, containment activities, and creating quality alerts
• Create visual aids to support operator instructions
• Perform internal process, product, and ISO audits as directed, to ensure assembly conformance to requirements
• Contribute to deviations, FMEAs, Control Plans and other quality documents in the quality management system
• Clearly communicate quality standards on the production line and in toolbox meetings
• Clearly communicate quality concerns immediately to managers, supervisors, process techs, and operators
• Document quality issues through shift notes and hand off meetings
• Commitment to health and safety (both in the office, laboratory, and in the plant)

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• Associate degree or equivalent post high school combination of experience and relevant technical training
• Three or more years of experience with complex assembly operations in a manufacturing setting
• Possess a mechanical aptitude with the ability to reason through problems and suggest workable solutions
• Must be detail oriented, with the ability to pay very close attention to specifications
• Possess both verbal and written communication skills to effectively present data and information to management
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and basic statistics
• Proficient knowledge of PC software including Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Working knowledge of pertinent manufacturing assembly techniques
• Working knowledge of inspection techniques, metrology methods, and print tolerances
• Possess working proficiency in the use of inspection equipment such as micrometers, gauges, fixtures, etc.
• Ability to perform duties independently, consulting supervisor for only occasional exceptions
• Able to be flexible and able to manage diverse and/or changing priorities and assignments
• Able to lead, work with, and instruct others in related job functions
• Willingness to work extended hours and weekends, per schedule and as needed

Qualifications

• ASQ – Certified Quality Auditor, Quality Inspector, or Quality Technician is desired
• LSS Green Belt Certification desired
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, science, or related field
• Demonstrated history of problem-solving skills and root cause analysis
• Ability to conduct mathematical calculations of moderate complexity
• Ability to organize data, perform statistical process analyses, and draw meaningful conclusions
• Read and understand GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of software such as Power BI and Power Apps
• Knowledge of manufacturing execution systems such as PINpoint or Pro-Planner
• Knowledge of S.P.C. techniques
• Knowledge of quality tools including Process Mapping, PFMEA, Validation Studies, MSA, and Control Plans
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing and 5S
• Bilingual - ability to speak both English and Spanish

Skills

• Problem-solving skills
• Root cause analysis
• Quality assurance procedures
• Inspection techniques
• Statistical process control
• Lean Manufacturing
• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Manufacturing assembly techniques
• Quality tools

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) (up to 4% match)
• Health Savings Account (with company contribution)
• Well-being program
• Product purchase discounts

Pay

Hiring range: $47,000 to $65,200 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

Schedule

The actual schedule will vary based on business needs and may include extended hours and weekends.