Quality Technician nights

Function

Conducts shop floor audits and other duties related to wire quality. Per direction from Manager, collaborates with engineers and supervisors to reduce scrap and customer returns. Supports the Company's safety objectives and quality metrics.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains the plant calibration system including equipment inventory, annual calibration, measurement capability studies, and interfacing with test equipment suppliers for needed repairs or new equipment purchases.
• Maintains functionality of in-line detection systems (Bead Detection and Laser Micrometers).
• Performs special and standard tests on wire supporting technology, operations, scheduling and engineering team on special and sample orders. Analyzes and reports data to management. Maintains documentation of testing results.
• Performs on-floor quality audits and layered process audits as needed.
• Assures quality issues are resolved in a timely manner. Participates in root cause determination by utilizing systematic problem-solving methods.
• Actively participates in operational excellence teams, including visiting customers as needed.
• Processes wire mill dies and reels through MRB and drives actions to reduce reels being sent offline.
• Assists with other Quality functions as needed.
• Supports the safety culture and activities in the plant.

Position Specifications

• High school diploma or GED required. Working towards Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Three (3) years' experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment, including ability to lift & move heavy loads.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality standards.
• Technical, investigative, and mechanical aptitude required; good mathematical skills.
• Ability to perform, interpret, and understand standard and special testing results.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Ability to work at moment's notice variable hours and flexible time periods.
• Good manual dexterity, attention to details, and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to act independently and take initiative; ability to prioritize work duties.
• Ability to work with individuals and teams.