QA Technician

About the Role

Perform duties to test product samples to ensure that customer and company product specifications are achieved and contribute recommendations to the development of process improvements, working within the limits of standard or accepted practice. Perform other related duties as assigned to maintain workflow. Adhere to all company policies and procedures. Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition in accordance with 5S standards. Requires the ability to perform all duties within the limitation of standard methods and procedures, and in strict adherence to HSE, quality, and productivity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure required testing on all material for welded tube and confirm results meet all required specs and tolerance.
• Perform test functions in a suitable time frame to support production.
• Record production test results in a computer database system and create tags and labels.
• Follow proper Material Review Team (MRT) procedure for any material out of specs.
• Perform disposition of MRT materials with direction from the quality engineer and central quality lab.
• Prepare samples for test measurements, including cutting, marking, mounting, polishing, and grinding samples.
• Perform a wide variety of product measurement techniques for welded tube, including:
  • Keyence vision measurement for compliance with dimensional and weld tube specifications using optical microscopes (IM, VHX, VR).
  • Cleanliness testing.
  • Tensile testing for mechanical properties.
• Perform and maintain records of daily calibration tests on all testing equipment in the lab as required.
• Conduct gauge repeatability studies and capability studies as needed.
• Support Quality Engineer in collecting measurement data for PPAP approvals and Annual dimensional layout.
• Audit product characteristics and production processes to ensure compliance with required product specifications and quality procedures.
• Make recommendations to quality improvement teams regarding processing modifications to enhance product quality.
• Write work instructions and procedures to suit quality program requirements.
• Train employees in precision measurement techniques.
• Work independently or within teams to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and maintain knowledge of new developments, requirements, and policies.
• Take breaks outside of production downtime.
• Acquire and apply knowledge of Hydro’s safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of HAR quality standards.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Strong mathematics skills, especially algebra, geometry, basic statistics, and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Basic understanding of metallurgy.
• Ability to read blueprints, geometric tolerancing, and dimensioning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Knowledge of process-related standards.
• Proven ability to develop successful partnerships with internal and external team members.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Rx (prescription) insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with company match/contributions