Quality Assistant

Our people are the heart of our business. As the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, including some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 401k match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans for employees and families

Schedule

Full-time, 40+ hours per week. May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes all submitted documentation prior to shipment of customer parts to verify 100% compliance to customer requirements.
• Accurately prepares and completes certification packages prior to shipment and correct certifications as needed.
• Maintains quality system database, with a good understanding of ISO 9000/AS9100.
• Performs internal audits as directed by the quality manager.
• Assists Quality Manager as needed or required while performing other tasks as assigned or dictated by the position.
• Brings any irregularities, discrepancies or concerns to supervisor immediately.
• Conducts root cause, corrective action discussions, and provides follow-up verifications for effectiveness.
• Coordinates laboratory activities, including equipment calibrations and outside laboratory testing for tensile, mechanical, and other required testing.
• Reviews laboratory test reports and results for accuracy and compliance with applicable customer and specification requirements and communicates any discrepancies or concerns to the Quality Manager.
• Maintains required calibration and laboratory testing records in accordance with the company quality system.
• Practices and promotes safety and good housekeeping.
• Performs duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage.
• Reports for work on time, follows directions, interacts effectively with co-workers, understands and follows rules and procedures, and accepts constructive criticism.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Minimum six months working experience in thermal processing, metallurgy, customer specifications, etc.
• Blueprint reading preferred.
• Two years preferred in quality organization in industries such as heat treating, manufacturing, metallurgy, aerospace, and/or military specifications by education or experience.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory testing, calibration requirements, and quality inspection practices preferred.
• Ability to review and interpret test results, certifications, and customer specifications for accuracy and compliance.
• Strong verbal communication skills, professional and patient style in dealing with customers and staff.
• Precise and detail-oriented.
• Knowledge of basic math by experience or training.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience of computer applications including Microsoft Office and databases.
• Must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements; therefore, candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holder.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and basic physical.

Physical & Mental Demands

• Ability to work in a sitting and/or standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment.
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions.
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform functions.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity.
• Cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
• Ability to hear in person and via phone.