Position Title: Technician, Quality Assurance

Pay Status: Hourly

Departments: Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs

Position Relationships:

Supervised by: Supervisor, Quality Assurance

Supervises: N/A

Essential Functions:

• In support of and under the direction of quality engineers or supervisors, analyzes and solves quality problems.
• Performs mechanical/electrical and item specific inspection using standardized methods.
• Uses precision instruments including basic Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) measurements as appropriate
• Prepares procedures, work instructions, and trains inspectors.
• Collects data and enters results into computer system
• Helps in the collection and presentation of required data to support audits and regulatory assessments
• Provide support during customer complaint investigations as needed
• Uses Information Center to retrieve product/process information
• Strict compliance to Quality Systems standards
• Complies with Good Documentation Practices
• Adheres to all safety policies and contributes to the achievement of safety goals & objectives
• Provides ideas and actively participates in the implementation of written suggestions for continuous improvement
• Effectively utilizes time, energy and resources to meet delivery goals
• Maintains housekeeping standards in accordance with 5 S principles
• Complete all required training applicable to assigned position
• Exhibit positivity, flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required

Qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent
• Six months experience as QA Inspector or equivalent
• Certified Mechanical Inspector (CMI) or equivalent
• Knowledge of Measurement Analysis Systems (Gage R&R and attribute gauge study)
• Ability to read and calculate fractions, decimals and geometrical calculations
• Knowledge of Metrology and Calibration systems.
• Ability to use precision tools and gauges in extensive layout situations on complicated parts and/or products
• Ability to make electrical measurements; knowledge of electrical parts and processes
• Experience with capability studies
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Must have thorough understanding of quality systems and their relationship to job performance including ISO Overview, corrective/preventative actions and work instructions
• Must have physical ability and manual dexterity necessary to perform the duties pertaining to job

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer -M/F/Disabled/Vet