Quality Assurance Tech 1

General Function

The Quality Assurance Technician / Trainer works 100% on-site in Pinellas Park, FL and is responsible for ensuring adherence to quality standards through inspection auditing, training, data collection, and quality support activities.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform inspection audits on incoming substrate materials and final inspection audits to ensure product conforms to Inspection Standards.
• Carry out 100% inspection of cosmetic rejects to ensure the Inspection Standard is being adhered to.
• Collect, document, and maintain inspection and quality data for assigned shifts.
• Deliver training on inspection procedures and quality standards, and monitor competency of Shields Team Members performing inspection-related activities.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and retraining to Shields Production Team Members to improve inspection accuracy and quality performance.
• Support investigations and troubleshooting efforts related to manufacturing quality concerns, defects, and yield losses.
• Provide operational support on production lines as needed, including cross-functional coverage during staffing gaps or business demands.
• Serve as backup support for QC/Analytical Lab Tech and 1st Shift Supervisor as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in optical manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed visual inspections with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience training, coaching, and developing others in manufacturing processes or quality standards.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to spend extended periods standing, walking, reaching, and working on the production floor.
• Ability to safely work with and around various chemicals used in the manufacturing process.
• Flexibility to work staggered schedules, overtime, and alternate shifts as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of clean room technology and coatings is strongly desired.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and concepts.