Quality Technician

About the Role:

The Quality Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring that products meet the highest standards of quality and safety in the durable goods manufacturing industry. This position involves conducting inspections, tests, and evaluations of materials and products throughout the production process. The technician will collaborate closely with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues, ensuring that all products comply with industry regulations and company standards. By maintaining accurate records and documentation, the Quality Technician will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product quality and operational efficiency. Ultimately, this role is vital in safeguarding the company's reputation and ensuring customer satisfaction through the delivery of high-quality products.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in quality control or assurance within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with quality inspection tools and techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in a related field.
• Certification in quality control or quality assurance (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO).
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) methods.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular inspections and tests on raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate records of quality control activities.
• Collaborate with production teams to identify quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of quality assurance procedures and protocols.
• Participate in training sessions to educate staff on quality standards and best practices.

Skills:

The required skills for this position include attention to detail, which is essential for accurately inspecting products and identifying defects. Strong analytical skills are necessary to interpret data from inspections and tests, allowing the technician to make informed decisions about product quality. Effective communication skills are vital for collaborating with production teams and conveying quality standards clearly. Additionally, proficiency in using quality control tools and software will enhance the technician's ability to document findings and track quality metrics. Preferred skills, such as knowledge of statistical process control, will further enable the technician to contribute to process improvements and maintain high-quality production standards.