Quality Laboratory Technician

Position Title:
Quality/Laboratory Technician

Reports to:
Quality Manager

Work Location:
Maplewood Plant – Holland, MI

We have an exciting opportunity for a problem solver, a change agent who is excited about quality and taking it to the NEXT level. The Quality Technician will be responsible for supporting the production team with quality concerns.

• Complete daily product testing.
• Review and disposition supplier defects.
• Work with Supplier for Return Material Authorizations and then enter credit memos as needed.
• Work with Corporate Supplier Quality and Purchasing to improve supplier performance.
• Perform minor calibrations in house.
• Maintain calibration data base, work with outside laboratories to complete calibration/certifications.
• Incoming inspection as required.
• Production part inspections as required (limited).

• Technical or Associates Degree, preferred.
• Computer experience, knowledgeable in Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
• Previous Laboratory or testing experience preferred.
• Comfortable providing feedback to suppliers and operations personnel.

Behavioral Competencies – Common to all Motus Positions

• Integrity – Iron clad. Does not ethically cut corners. Earns trust of co-workers. Puts organization above self-interests.
• Energy/Drive – Exhibits high level of energy and ability to energize others. Strong desire to achieve, high dedication level. Gets Results. Recognizes excellence in the efforts and work of others. Enjoys seeing others succeed. Ability to energize and motivate others. Has a positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Customer Focus – Monitors internal and external client satisfaction. Establishes partner relationships with clients. Visible and accessible to clients. Focuses on partnerships with customers, suppliers and communities.
• Change Leader
  - Embraces change. Communicates needs during periods of change. Actively intervenes to create & energize positive change. Leads by example.
• Assertive/Edge – Ability to take a forceful stand on issues without being excessively abrasive. Able to challenge tactfully.
• Execution – Likes to be challenged and can work through tough tasks and execute on stretch goals to move the organization forward.
• Teamwork:
  Supports environment that encourages teamwork, cooperation and collaboration.
• Interpersonal Communication:
  Is respectful when interacting with others. Shares information freely in all direction.
• Problem-solving/Decision-making:
  Works cooperatively within teams to solve problems. Works cooperatively across teams to solve problems.
• Personal Development:
  Continually learning and growing. Seeks out and uses personal feedback.
• Innovator:
  Takes initiative. Encourages risk-taking in pursuit of continuous improvement.
• Flexible
  - Embraces change. Communicates needs during periods of change.

Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Rx, life insurance, disability coverage, 401K and company match, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement eligibility.