The Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that all products meet the company's quality standards before they are released for further processing or shipment. This role involves conducting inspections, performing tests, and maintaining detailed records of quality assessments. The Quality Technician will work closely with production teams to identify and address any quality issues, ensuring that processes align with established specifications and standards. Key responsibilities include monitoring the quality of materials, components, and finished products, as well as implementing and maintaining quality control systems. The technician will also play a critical role in troubleshooting problems, providing feedback to production staff, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires strong attention to detail, an understanding of fabrication and manufacturing processes, and the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members. This is a hands-on quality role that includes assisting with the manufacturing process, such as preparing metal products for finishing with processes like sandblasting, grinding, and sanding.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays yearly
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Stipend for Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
• Competitive pay with regular pay increases
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Cross training and growth opportunities
• Exceptional facility that is clean, safe, organized and well lit
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account (DCRA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling for employees
• Retirement saving plan with 401K company match program
• Your safety is our priority - safe and clean workplace that goes above required guidelines
• Regular staff meetings to increase communication
• Summer and Holiday Parties
• Employee recognition
• Monthly social events
• Free coffee, tea, and espresso
• Onsite food market

Qualifications & Skills

• 2+ years of experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of quality control procedures and standards (ex. ASQ Certification) is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Able to read and interpret production schedule.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to move part locations in changing schedule.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Good communications skills, both written and verbal.
• Prior experience with continuous improvement efforts (ex. Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S) is preferred.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Inspect materials, components, and finished products for quality compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and results.
• Assist in the development and implementation of quality control procedures.
• Support continuous improvement efforts.
• Willingness to receive cross training in other departments (ex. finishing, packaging, assembly).
• Verify parts are retrieved and staged in First-In, First-Out (FIFO) order
• Confirm the size and count of parts are accurate as per the inventory list.
• Verify that parts meet the quality standards and specifications.
• Ensure parts are correctly identified and organized for the next stages of production.
• Prepare metal products for finishing with processes like sandblasting, grinding, and sanding.
• Move racks into and out of cure ovens as required.
• Ensure racks are loaded and unloaded safely and efficiently to maintain the production flow.
• Complete light clerical tasks such as manual record keeping.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment by completing cleaning tasks such as, sweeping floors and disposing of trash.
• Effectively communicate information and respond to questions from various levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated fluency in spoken and written English.
• Physical labor is a requirement of this position. Ability to work on feet all day and lift up to 75 pounds four feet in height.
• Regular, timely, and predictable attendance is required for this position.

Pay & Schedule

• Monday - Thursday: 4:30 PM - 3:00 AM
• Hours may vary slightly due to business needs; mandatory Fridays as needed.
• $20-$24 per hour (DOE). This includes a $2.00 per hour swing shift differential.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities. Repetitive use of hands for simple grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, bend, walk, kneel, squat, twist and reach above shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift at least 75 pounds up to four feet in height. The employee must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions, due to the openness of the manufacturing facility.

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