Quality Technician III

Position Overview:

To ensure that quality requirements are established, recognized, and adhered to within the given department. He/she will be required to provide quality/process control measurements, provide analysis of that data and make improvements.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Tracks and reports on quality related metrics, investigating trends and coordinating corrective action items.
• Investigate external quality issues working with customers and internal groups to determine root cause and correction action following an 8D format.
• Conducts audits and performs troubleshooting of processes to ensure compliance to company standards and specifications. Coordinate correction actions if necessary.
• Develop quality methods and procedures.
• Assist with the training employees on quality requirements.
• Evaluate and develop improved techniques for the control of quality and reliability.
• Investigates and initiates internal delay reporting of quality issues.

Position Requirements:

• Must demonstrate superior product knowledge and print reading skills along with the ability to use numerous measuring devices.
• Two (2) years of quality experience in a manufacturing setting is required.
• Five (5) years of production manufacturing experience is required including knowledge of fabrication, welding, assembly, painting, and finishing.
• Must successfully complete a NDT VT&MT certification course and be willing to complete any additional training as provided and required.
• Must have the ability to gather and analyze statistical data.
• Working knowledge of software programs including but not limited to: AS400, Shop Control programs, Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively both one-on-one and with cross-functional groups is a necessity.
• Must have good leadership skills and the ability to lead diverse teams.
• Flexibility in work schedule is a necessity. Candidate must be available for movement to alternative shifts as needed to provide training, maintain quality, operator follow-up and investigate issues.

Physical/Mental Requirements Needed to Perform the Essential Functions of the Position:

Normal standing, bending, walking and lifting associated with a manufacturing environment. Must be able to verbally communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization. Some travel may be required.