Quality Technician III - 3rd Shift

Location: Fletcher

We are looking for a talented  
** Quality Technician III
** to join our team specializing in  
** Quality
* * for our Cummins Inc. facility in  
** Fletcher, NC** .

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* Job Summary:

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* Supports Engineers in carrying out production-related and inspection jobs; assists in monitor materials quality in processing plants and making the required adjustments; ensures maintenance of documentation and records. Works under minimal supervision.

** In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:*
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- ** Identify and resolve quality issues early
** by comparing physical characteristics of components and products against technical specifications to detect defects and prevent downstream failures.

- ** Execute reliable product validation
** by conducting functional, reliability, and packaging tests-ensuring products meet performance and durability standards before release.

- ** Deliver accurate and traceable documentation
** by recording test results and producing clear, concise technical reports that support decision-making and compliance.

- ** Ensure precision in measurement and testing
** by operating a wide range of metrology and test equipment to generate consistent, high-quality data.

- ** Elevate team capability
** through advanced programming, setup, and training on measurement systems-improving efficiency, repeatability, and technical expertise across the organization.

- ** Strengthen customer confidence
** by translating complex specifications and measurement data into clear insights that support application and product usage decisions.

- ** Improve data integrity and confidence
** by participating in measurement uncertainty studies, ensuring results are statistically sound and aligned with calibration standards.

- ** Maintain equipment readiness and compliance
** by ensuring proper calibration, upkeep, and performance of all measurement and test systems to minimize downtime and ensure audit readiness.

** To be successful in this role you will need the following:*
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- ** Act with urgency and ownership
** by taking on testing, defect identification, and equipment challenges with high energy-quickly driving resolution and maintaining workflow momentum (Action Oriented)

- ** Partner effectively across teams and labs
** to ensure alignment on testing standards, data interpretation, and quality outcomes-strengthening overall execution (Collaborates)

- ** Deliver clear, audience-specific communication
** by translating technical test results, specifications, and measurement data into actionable insights for engineers, customers, and leadership (Communicates Effectively)

- ** Enhance customer trust and satisfaction
** by providing accurate interpretations of product specifications and measurement results that enable confident application and decision-making (Customer Focus)

- ** Make sound, timely technical decisions
** on product acceptance, calibration actions, and testing approaches using data, standards, and risk-based thinking (Decision Quality)

- ** Navigate and resolve disagreements constructively
** when addressing defects, test results, or quality concerns-keeping focus on facts, data integrity, and shared outcomes (Manages Conflict)

- ** Optimize tools, equipment, and lab resources
** by efficiently allocating measurement systems, maintaining calibration schedules, and maximizing uptime and capability (Resourcefulness & Laboratory Management)

- ** Demonstrate technical excellence
** in metrology and quality systems by applying measurement science, uncertainty analysis, and quality tools (APQP, FMEA, SPC) to ensure reliable, compliant, and high-quality results (Measurement Science & Quality Process Management)

** Education, Licenses,

Certifications:

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* -  High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.

-  This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

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* Experience:

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* -  Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.

** Quality Assurance Responsibilities:*
* + Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities relating to product, process, and quality systems.

+ Control further processing, delivery, or installation of nonconforming products until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.

+ Initiate, recommend or provide solutions though designated channels.

+ Verify implementation of solutions.

+ Perform dimensional quality audits, capability studies and gauge studies.

+ Provide technical support for manufacturing including troubleshooting, training for proper use of gauging, specifications, first piece inspections and inspections of purchased components.

+ Document and analyze results using statistical methods.

+ Use quality tools/techniques to assist in root cause analysis and process improvements.

+ Analyze and disposition nonconforming in-process product characteristics as…