What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician position at GOWANDA ELECTRONICS.?
About Us
For more than 50 years, Gowanda Electronics has been a leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of precision electronic components for RF, microwave, and power applications. Components include standard off-the-shelf and custom-designed inductors, chips, chokes, coils, conicals, toroids, transformers, and magnetic devices in surface mount and axial-leaded (thru-hole) configurations that are used in a wide variety of electronic applications around the world. The company offers RoHS-compliant products as well as lead-containing components for QPL military/defense and other demanding requirements. Non-magnetic inductors are also available for situations where magnetic components would compromise system performance, as in medical imaging (MRI) equipment.
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
Business Unit: Gowanda Electronics
Reports to: Quality Assurance Manager
SUMMARY
Quality Assurance (QA) Technician ensures company and customer quality standards are being met. Working under the supervision of the Quality Assurance Manager, they conduct quality tests, perform inspection checks, conduct surveillance and process audits, calibrate equipment, prepare weekly/monthly reports, execute AS9102 reports, ATP/QTP reports, and communicate test results.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: Associates degree in quality management or a related field. BS is preferred..
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three (3) years
KNOWLEDGE: Experience with writing and enforcing standard operating procedures (SOPs).
SKILLS: Strong analytical, mathematic and problem-solving skills; knowledge of automated testing software; excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and accuracy; Ability to work with minimal supervision; self-starter with ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively; Willingness to work in noisy environments.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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 sit, stand; walk, use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
SPECIFIC POSITION DUTIES
- Reviewing and revising testing procedures.
- Conducting inspection checks on goods and production processes.
- Performing manual and automated quality checks.
- Ensuring employees adhere to safety and quality regulations.
- Reporting safety and quality infringements to the QA manager.
- Calibrating and cleaning testing equipment.
- Advising on procedures to improve production efficiency.
- Conducting Process Audits
- Performing ER raw material inspections/up screening
- Prepare weekly/monthly performance reports
- Execute AS9102 reports
- Execute ATP/QTP test plans
- Reporting to the quality assurance manager.
- Must have a working knowledge of testing procedures.
- Attention to detail is crucial.
- Possess advanced problem-solving skills.
- Ability to accurately identify and record production irregularities.
- Maintain a safe working environment.
- All other duties as assigned.
Why should you join our team?
Our team is growing! At Gowanda Electronics we recognize that our employees play a vital role in our success, so we’ve created an environment that focuses on innovation, empowerment, and recognition of individual expertise.
We are known for our quality products and exemplary customer service, and it all starts with our employees. We are proud of the role we play as technology leaders and the difference we make every day by putting our customers first! We are also committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive package and career growth opportunities!
- Annual pay increases
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401K Program with Employer Match
- Group Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability Coverage
- Vacation & Sick (in addition to 11 paid holidays)
This position is not eligible for relocation allowance.
Gowanda Electronics is an equal-opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
At Gowanda Electronics, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees are valued and supported.
Veterans are encouraged to apply.
