Quality Control Final Tester I

Essential Purpose

Performs qualification tests on cable products to insure conformance to quality standards and customer requirements. Uses applicable test methods and inspection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical and/or physical tests on cables and components.
• Evaluates test results and trends, makes "pass or fail" decisions and initiates additional testing pursuant to failures.
• Utilizes test equipment such as low voltage test set, tensile testers, analytical balances, micrometer, calipers and other precision measuring devices.
• Knowledge of products, production, customer requirements, and manufacturing processes.
• Use of computer software and applications to record and document data
• Measures products for conformance to specifications.
• Keep machines and immediate work area clean and orderly.
• Perform all required quality assurance inspections, and performance testing per customer specifications
• Maintains laboratory records, inputs analytical data in quality record keeping system
• Document, record, and store all quality data resulting from product inspections, testing, and audits.
• Perform transfer of finished products into stock (TIS)
• Interact with tooling and equipment vendors, contractors, etc. as needed
• Prepare product samples for testing per applicable specifications
• Evaluate test equipment and tool performance
• Perform test equipment calibrations.
• Contribute ideas for the improvement of quality control functions
• Assist with development of test methods, procedures, and quality inspections as needed
• Operate a forklift to perform material handling.
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor.

Requirements

• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High school education or the equivalent.
• Computer literate: record keeping, spreadsheets, word documents.
• Problem solving and good decision making skills.
• Must be able to work safely in a Low to Medium Voltage testing environment (qualified in one plant testing cage) following all mandatory safety procedures.
• Must be able to perform precision work safely with sharp instruments
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Candidate must be self-starter, requiring minimal supervision.
• Resourceful and creative thinker with the ability to develop simple and efficient alternative solutions
• Medium to Heavy Work. Must be able to safely drive any size forklift.
• Tester will be standing and walking on concrete the majority of the workday.
• Bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 75 lbs will be necessary frequently throughout work shifts.
• Good eyesight (safety glasses required).
• Ability to hear; excessive noise level at designated work stations requires the use of hearing PPE

Skills

• Read, write, perform mathematical calculations, understand verbal or written instructions, provide verbal or written information to others
• Work continuous shift if requested, work scheduled or unscheduled overtime if requested
• Maintain a good attendance and punctuality record
• Follow all safety rules and maintain housekeeping in area of responsibility
• Work well with others
• Distinguish colors correctly

Computer Equipment And Software Requirements

• MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• OJT - Will use company systems – SAP