Senior Quality Technician

Job Title: Senior Quality Technician

Duration: 3 Months (with extension)

Location: Bristol, RI 02809

Description:

• The Senior Quality Technician will be responsible for programming and setting up CMM Machines, Develop and write software programs to automate CMM machines for accurate and efficient inspection of manufactured plastic products. The incumbent will be expected to maintain accurate records of programs, processes, and results. They will also test and debug CMM programs to ensure they meet quality and productivity standards.
• The Senior Quality Technician will also be responsible for measuring, recording, and reporting on the quality characteristics of manufactured components. Testing responsibilities include use of contact measuring tools, use of non-contact measuring tools, and visual inspection.
• Use safe practices and comply with all company policies, procedures and health, safety and environmental regulations, as required.
• Conduct safety observations and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) activities as required by our plant EHS. Follow all safety requirements pertaining to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and operation of equipment.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Programming and setting up CMM Machines
• Develop and write software programs to automate CMM machines for accurate and efficient inspection of manufactured plastic products
• Maintains workspace before, during, and after each scheduled shift in accordance with 5S principles.
• Complete all paperwork correctly, legibly and honestly.
• Contribute towards continuous improvement processes and projects in the areas of output, quality, cost and delivery.
• Record data, record and report problems, escalating them by the necessary protocol as they arise.
• Handle raw material, hazardous waste, and defective parts safely and in an environmentally responsible manner
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment
• Work from written procedures, work routers, work instructions, and ASTM specifications
• Follow work instructions and procedures carefully
• Record data and report problems as they arise
• Responsible for setting up, running, and troubleshooting measurement equipment in standard operating conditions
• Reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness
• Manage the DMR (Discrepant Material Reporting) process
• Complete and sign-off first and last article inspections in a timely manner
• Managing programs as assigned such as calibrations and incoming material inspections
• Generate process capability and SQC reports using Minitab or similar
• Read customer drawings, understand GD&T, and generate quality inspection plans
• Cross train as backup for materials testing
• Act as a reference for quality questions and recommendations

Qualifications:

• Experience programming and setting up CMM Machines
• Experience developing and writing software programs to automate CMM machines for accurate and efficient inspection
• Requires 5 years as a Quality Technician
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Basic computer and math skills
• Experience reading engineering drawings and GD&T
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and AS 9100 standards
• Experience with PPAP, control plans, and PFMEA preferred
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to work in above ambient temperatures
• Maintain high attendance standards
• Ability to strictly adhere to written and verbal instructions
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs occasionally