What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Specialist position at Itron, Inc.?
Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
Itron's is seeking a Quality Specialist who assures compliance to in-house and/or external specifications and standards, such as International Standards Organization (ISO) regulations and Specific Customer Quality System requirements. This role will also contribute to the definition of the global Itron QMS system and drive the integration and deployment of these policies and procedures at Itron's West Union location.Duties & Responsibilities:- Primarily performs and reports on internal and/or external quality system audits.
- Drive and deploy new or improved global and local procedures and work instructions.
- Manage documentation system.
- Ensure the administration and deployment of the company's quality, process, or business improvement efforts.
- Organize and communicate audit findings to management on a regular basis and drive the organization for resolution.
- Identify quality-related training needs and provide training to others as required.
- 2-4 years of experience in the Quality industry, specifically with ISO management systems.
- Proven involvement in conducting internal and external audits.
- Ability to both practice and teach quality methodologies such as PPAP, FMEA, Statistics, and Corrective Action (PDCA / 8D).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
- Experience with quality management software and tools.
- Familiarity with industry-specific quality standards and regulations.
- Certification in quality management or related fields (e.g., CQE, CQA).
Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.
Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure solutions. We provide smart networks, software, services, meters, and sensors to better manage electricity, gas, water and city services. We are dedicated to creating a more resourceful world.
Itron is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or other characteristics protected by law.
