What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory QA Technician position at ALTEN Technology USA?
We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we've been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that's by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world's most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don't have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.
Materials Control Engineer OR Quality Inspection Engineer
RESPONSIBILITIES:Receiving / Quality Control
- Perform detailed visual inspections of incoming materials/products
- Understanding of drawing standards, including GD&T, and ability to interpret features, tolerances, and annotations.
- Document any defects or quality issues / check for shipping damage
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding quality concerns
- Process returns authorizations when needed
- Maintain inspection records and reports
- Ensure proper documentation is included and verify quantities against purchase orders
- Verify order accuracy before shipping
- Package items according to specifications
- Select appropriate shipping methods and carriers
- Monitor stock levels and movement (if need for maintaining stock might be more a facility thing)
- Follow all safety protocols and procedures
- Maintain clean and organized Inventory space
- Generate shipping labels and documentation
- Process outgoing shipments accurately and efficiently
- Comply with shipping regulations
- Maintain shipping records
- Track shipping costs and performance metrics
- Generate regular inventory reports
- Document standard operating procedures and provide training material to help guide staff through requests
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience
- Experience in shipping/logistics processes
- Proven experience in quality control or inspection roles, focusing on verifying and validating 2D drawings against physical parts and assemblies.
- Understanding of drawing standards, including GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), and ability to interpret complex part features, tolerances, and annotations.
- Attention to detail
- Organization and time management
- Knowledge of inventory management systems
- Problem-solving abilities
- Physical ability to lift and move materials ~ 50 pounds
- Fork lift certification (Or willing to get it)
Salary Range: $65,000-70,000
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience
MANDATORY FOR ALL REMOTE/HYBRID AND/OR CALIFORNIA, COLORADO, MARYLAND, CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, MINNESOTA, VERMONT, MASSACHUSETTS, NEVADA, NEW YORK, RHODE ISLAND, WASHINGTON STATE & CINCINNATI, OHIO, JERSEY CITY, NEW JERSEY, TOLEDO, OHIO BASED ROLES.
ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
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Salary : $65,000 - $70,000
