Quality Lab Technician

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Interprets engineering and industry specifications and confers with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards
• Selects products for tests at specified stages in production process, and test products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, mechanical and electrical characteristics
• Records test data, applying quality control procedures
• Evaluates data and documents deviations from existing standards
• Recommends modifications of existing quality or production procedures to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability
• Sets up and performs destructive and nondestructive tests on material or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics
• Enters data into computer for analysis
• Affixes to complaint analysis and corrective actions
• Pay attention to ensure own safety and others who may be visiting the work area
• Supports continuous improvement projects and 6S events
• Supports Layered Process Audits as scheduled
• Interacts with external customers, inspectors and auditors as needed
• Performs other tasks as requested by Quality Manager

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Experience with wire and cable testing, fiber optic, flame testing, electrical and mechanical testing
• Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team
• Capable of multi-tasking
• Solid computer skills (Windows XP, MS Word, MS Excel) and writing ability
• Sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and operational focus
• Must be able to communicate effectively both oral and written with other associates, technicians, engineers and customers
• Must have good attention to detail
• Must be able to motivate, communicate and drive continuous improvements

Qualifications

• Preferred: Associates Degree in chemical or mechanical discipline and/or relevant experience

Prysmian Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.