Quality Technician

Description The Quality Technician is responsible for acting in the internal quality control process, performing technical coordination of the inspector’s activities, non-conforming product evaluations, overseeing the correct use of the non-conformance records throughout the plant, training new inspectors and developing and maintaining the inspectors SOPs. Main Responsibilities Oversee the inspection/tester activities, guiding and coaching the inspectors/testers on the correct use of their tools with the goal of always seeking a better product quality. Enforce customer/supplier philosophy throughout the plant. Support the repair and the inspection staff on the correct use of any quality records. Audit the plant critical processes periodically, identifying weak points and suggesting possible solutions. Establish a good network with all the supporting areas (Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Etc.) to help on any problem-solving process. Collaborate with the Quality Engineers on data collection for higher complexity projects. Participate in the analysis of customer returned products whenever necessary. Participate on cross-functional teams to evaluate quality issues. Requirements Associate’s Degree in a related discipline required. Experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Familiarity with assembly tools and equipment required. Experience in and knowledge of electric motors strongly desired. Familiarity with production planning software and ERP systems desired; Prior SAP Experience preferred. Experience with modeling and tooling software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks helpful. Strong working knowledge of office tools including; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint essential. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities required. Demonstrated troubleshooting skills required. Must be eager to learn new technologies and techniques. Must be able to frequently sit and/or stand for long periods of time.