Quality Control Associate I

Quality Control

Quality control is responsible for the analysis or inspection of products or processes for compliance with specifications and standards. Demonstrates detailed oriented attention in all facets of responsibilities.

• Performs analytical evaluation or test of products or processes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of testing methods, product usage, and applicable regulations and standards.
• Adheres to established policies and procedures.
• Establishes test methodology.
• Provides technical guidance and training to others on SOPs and quality guidelines.
• Responsible to visually inspect in-process/finished material.
• Consults with Quality Assurance personnel or immediate supervisor on clarification of specifications or acceptability of product as required.
• Refer to procedures manual, sampling charts, blueprints and/or specifications to determine number of samples, specifications to check and method to testing Product Assembly Process Sheets.
• Obtains samples and by use of inspection devices and visual inspection evaluates acceptability of components and finished products.
• Prepares required inspection reports.
• Consults immediate Supervisor and QA Supervisor/ Technician for clarification if questions regarding quality issues of defects, workmanship, etc. for direction and corrective action.
• Responsible for correct recording of traceability information, production information, cleaning and safety check documentation that is required by your assigned duties.
• Observes departments safety regulations and to use personal protective equipment as required.
• P practices departments good manufacturing and housekeeping procedures and complete cleaning verification checklists as required.
• Adheres to plant/Corporate policies/procedures, department safety and environmental regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and ISO 13485 Standards.
• Reports any unusual circumstances to immediate supervisor and performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
• Monitor machine efficiencies and reports to designated individual any machines not performing to standard.

Skills

• Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks.
• Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area.
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications.
• Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution.
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods.
• Adheres to all quality guidelines.
• Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor.
• Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor.

Education

• HS Diploma, GED or equivalent experience, preferred.
• 1-2 years experience in related field, preferred.