Quality Technician I

Quality Technician I

Location:

Onsite – Casa Grande, AZ

Competitive Compensation: $27 per hour with shift differential pay increase at $0.90 per hour.

Shift: 1st Shift, 6am-2:30pm. This position also rotates between 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift every 3 months.

• Perform selective and assigned inspections and performance tests to determine that established methods and product standards are being met.
• Analyze and report deviations from established quality standards.
• Assist in establishing quality control inspection procedures and recommend action in this area.
• Analyze Vikrell® performance and determine causes of poor performance, report results to management verbally and in writing.
• Record test results in the appropriate special project files and worksheets, maintaining project number integrity.
• Maintain test equipment; calibrate gauges and meters as required and documents results. Perform special assignments as directed.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities of inspection, audit, and testing processes. Maintains workplace in a safe, neat, and orderly manner.

• Health insurance with low monthly premiums dental and vision insurance, and company-paid disability and life insurance starting on Day 1.
• 401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
• Company-funded pension plan with vesting after 5 years of service.
• Up to 12 paid holidays annually and up to 2 weeks paid vacation in your first year.
• Discounts on Kohler products.
• Tuition assistance for advanced education.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.

Here's the qualifications we are looking for:

• Must be able to work in the US without restrictions or sponsorship.
• Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Working knowledge of general quality standards and of basic manufacturing operating methods, so that a continuous, concerted effort can be made toward maintaining product standards.
• Must be familiar with general office computer programs and have proficiency with Microsoft office.
• Previous experience using SAP software is preferred.
• Previous experience with a strong work ethic that includes the ability to work 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts while sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and lifting.
• The flexibility to change shifts as the plant moves into future phases of production and operability.
• A positive, adaptable, hard-working, and patient mindset.
• A willingness to help with activities that may be outside of your job scope, especially as plant operations transition from the construction/set-up phase to the final "go-live" phase.
• Preferred experience includes prior work as a Quality Technician or in Quality Assurance, experience in a high‑volume manufacturing environment, and hands‑on experience with problem solving and applied statistical methods.

• Physical Capability:
  Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, including bending, lifting, and pushing weights of up to 35 pounds occasionally.
• Screening:
  Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
• Reliability:
  Consistent attendance and work performance.
• Safety Compliance:
  Follow all safety policies and procedures.