Quality Technician

About the role

Magnetic Component Engineering (“MCE”), a subsidiary of Dexter Magnetic Technologies (“Dexter”), manufactures permanent magnets and magnetic assemblies made to demanding customer specification in the aerospace / defense, semiconductor equipment, medical, and industrial end markets. MCE is based in Torrance, CA and operates one 48,000 square foot facility with 85 employees.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate measurement uncertainty, gage capability, and suitability of measurement methods.
• Support and perform Gage Repeatability & Reproduibility (GR&R) studies and other Measurement System Analysis (MSA) activities.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer quality requirements.
• Support and/or complete First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements, customer and or company requirements.
• Control nonconforming material, including identification, segregation, documentation, and disposition in accordance with company procedures (DMR’s).
• Process customer returns (RMA’s) and internal nonconformances, including data collection and analysis.
• Aid in root cause analysis and corrective action activities related to quality issues.
• Utilize Epicor ERP to process transactions.
• Aid in follow up on corrective actions (CAPAs) with internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyze quality metrics, including cost of quality, returns, and inspection data.
• Originate, maintain, and retrieve quality documentation and records in accordance with AS9100 and company procedures.
• Assist with resolving quality concerns involving manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, efficiency, and cost of quality.
• Participate in internal and external quality audits, as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Metrology, Engineering, Quality, or related technical field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced understanding and knowledge of using precise inspection tools.
• Knowledge of measurement system analysis, gage R&R.
• Ability to understand technical and quality information as it relates to business.
• Strong oral, written and listening communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex mechanical drawings with GD&T required.
• Familiarity with ERP systems required (Epicor preferred).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

• Measurement system analysis
• Gage R&R
• Quality documentation
• ERP systems (Epicor preferred)

Benefits

• Medical/Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life/AD&D (includes coverage for dependents 100% Company paid)
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability (100% Company paid)
• Supplemental Life/AD&D
• 401(k) with Company match
• Tuition assistance after 1 year
• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays