Quality Technician

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

Under the direction of the Continuous Improvement Manager and/or The Quality Supervisor, the Quality Technician supports the company quality system by maintaining standard operating procedures, department work instructions, internal and external audits, and continuous training,

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Continually analysis systems and procedures for process improvements leading to the highest level of quality and productivity
• Partner with Quality Coordinator, Production Manager, and Purchasing to establish quality requirements for external suppliers
• Document quality procedures and work instructions in conjunction with Operations
• Coordinate and assist with scheduling internal, external, and supplier audits
• Identify and develop relevant quality related training needs
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, Process Re-engineering, and continuous Improvement philosophies
• Coordinate calibration of controlled measuring equipment
• Compile data, charts, records, etc for regular quality reports
• Develop and maintain internal and external customer relationships to support Alliance Industries Vision, Mission, and Core Values
• Comprehend, review, and complete necessary company documentation, including but not limited to, process control sheets, work tickets, and ISO 9001- related forms
• Regular and on time attendance
• Active participation in Team meeting, including presenting when needed
• Other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret general business information, technical procedures, and/or government regulations such as blueprints, technical specifications, International Standards and Government Standards (Federal, State, and Local)
• Demonstrate problem solving and team building skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Above average computer skills required
• Experience with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, manufacturing package software and training production tools required
• Public speaking
• Strong analytical skills

Education and/or Experience

Required: 5 plus years of experience in manufacturing environment, High school diplomas or GED equivalent

Preferred: Two plus years of quality assurance experience ( ISO, TS, ASQ, etc)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.