Quality Technician

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Summary/Objectives:
Perform routine measurements on raw materials, in-process components and final assemblies, assisting in the performance of qualification and validation testing including calibrations. Is a member of the internal audit team and participates in the development and review of QA related documents and work instructions. Practice and implement processes and procedures to conform to ISO 9001 standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• Follow established inspection, testing, manufacturing, and safety procedures.
• Perform receiving, in-process, first article, and final inspections of parts and assemblies; record and maintain inspection results.
• Associate drawings with applicable dimensional inspection data and process non-conformances in the ERP system.
• Support RMA activities, including inspection and evaluation of products for warranty qualification.
• Develop and maintain tools to track product and process non-conformances affecting quality and throughput.
• Conduct internal audits and participate in corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities, including root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations.
• Identify, monitor, and report quality trends, risks, and recurring issues.
• Assist with production quality checks and train production personnel on quality requirements and procedures.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Theory of Constraints, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001
• Maintain reliable attendance and work overtime as required to meet business needs.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities or limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions to perform the essential functions, unless the accommodation causes undue hardship.

Education, Experience/

Competencies:

Education:

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-3 years of quality assurance experience with a manufacturing company.

Education:

Preferred

• Associate degree or equivalent.
• Lead auditor training.
• IPC-A-610, IPC-A-600, IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certification

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Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Required:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Ability to read and interpret operation sheets (Op Sheets), production flow documentation, and basic engineering drawings.
• Basic proficiency with measurement tools, including calipers, micrometers, thread gauges, hardness testers, and coating thickness gauges.
• Computer literacy, including data entry, file navigation, and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, quality, and safety.
• Ability to solve problems and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude, dependability, and commitment to completing assigned work.
• Ability and willingness to obtain IPC Specialist Certification (IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620) within a specified timeframe.

Preferred:

• Advanced ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Working knowledge of quality management systems, inspection methods, and industry standards.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements and quality system compliance.
• Experience applying statistical analysis, root cause analysis, and corrective action methodologies.
• Experience using ERP systems and electronic quality management systems.
• Advanced proficiency with inspection equipment and measurement techniques.
• Ability to learn and apply new software systems, manufacturing processes, and quality procedures.
• IPC certifications (IPC-A-600, IPC-A-610, and/or IPC/WHMA-A-620) or equivalent industry certifications.

Experience:

• Minimum two years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with detailed measuring equipment including but not limited to micrometers, calipers, gauge blocks and coordinate measuring machines.
• Industry knowledge in test equipment
• Experience in electronics manufacturing or a related industry
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Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to qualified individuals in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

The employee is required to stand for long periods of time and occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavier items utilizing a team lift. Required Personal Protective Equipment includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe…