What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Technical Manager position at HireTalent - Staffing & Recruiting Firm?
Job description:
Summary:
Responsible for the facilitation and/or implementation of capital and process improvement projects to resolve equipment problems, save costs, or improve effectiveness.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the development and planning for such projects including setting and adhering to timelines, budgeting, ROI.
- Coordination of activities and resources including internal resources and outside contractors
- Assist with troubleshooting and root cause analysis of mechanical and electrical problems with equipment
- Assist the Maintenance Manager on safe operating practices
- Assist with plant floor for improved equipment efficiencies and uptime
- Assist with safety committee improvements
- Manage equipment improvements that directly affect efficiencies and reliability
- Improve planning for training needs and compliance
- Provide analysis of equipment reliability and recommendation of rebuild or replacement
- Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures; requesting special service
- Complete design and development projects by working with and guiding technicians
- Researching and recommending new manufacturing technology by making direct observations as well as interpreting data from other technical and operating staff
- Understand the required outcome of a particular procedure or process
- Assess safety and sanitation requirements for new and existing equipment and ensure that these are integrated into the process
- Work on various plant projects and capital equipment requests involving the startup of new operations, implementation of quality and safety improvements, and development of productivity improvements in existing products.
- Work closely with other engineers and technicians on development and research projects as well as capital projects
- Improve equipment reliability and life cycle for future production capacity needs by working closely with production and maintenance.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- 5 years electrical or mechanical experience
- Experience with Allen Bradley PLC controls, focusing on ControlLogix, SLC, PLC5, PanelView, and PanelView Plus
- SAP 3-5 years of experience
- Proven leadership skills a must. Strong decision-making skills with ability to show discrepancy and judgement
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent computer skills and demonstrated proficiency in Excel
- Experience working with decision-makers on business strategies and objectives.
Preferred Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field or possess experience and education equivalent to such a degree
- 5 years of project management experience
- Proven record working as a business partner in a lean manufacturing environment
- Experience in working with decision makers on training strategies and objectives
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
