What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Tech 1 position at Roper Pump Company LLC?
Position Summary
The Quality Technician is responsible for performing visual and dimensional inspections of parts produced at Roper Pump Company, as well as incoming inspections of vendor-supplied products, and the documentation of results. Using various measuring and testing tools, this role ensures parts meet engineering drawings and relevant specifications.
Additional responsibilities include gage calibration and maintenance, conducting pump and flow divider tests, assisting engineering with root cause analysis on returned or defective products, and supporting quality-related initiatives such as internal/external audits and continuous improvement projects.
Essential Functions
- Inspection Duties
- Perform visual and dimensional inspections on in-house and vendor-supplied parts to ensure compliance with engineering specifications.
- Utilize inspection tools including, but not limited to, Rockwell/Brinell hardness testers, Magnaflux, dye penetrant, CMM, surface plates, optical comparators, vector gages, calipers, micrometers, and plug gages.
- Documentation & ERP Entry
- Manage quality transactions in the ERP system and complete necessary paperwork.
- Responsibilities may include accepting conforming parts, processing nonconformance reports (NCRs), closing route cards/shop orders, logging inspection activities, and entering data into appropriate software systems.
- Gage Calibration & Maintenance
- Perform in-house calibrations and coordinate with outside vendors for additional gaging needs.
- Ensure all production gaging tools are properly calibrated and available.
- Continuous Improvement
- Support and participate in problem-solving initiatives and process improvement projects.
- Product Testing & Analysis
- Conduct pump and flow divider testing.
- Disassemble and evaluate returned or defective products to aid in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Audits
- Participate in both internal and external quality audits as required.
- Understanding of ISO 9001:2015
Competencies
- Dealing with Ambiguity
- Problem Solving
- Process Management
- Technical Learning
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
- Moderate noise level.
- PPE required: safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, hearing protection, and hard hats as necessary.
Physical Demands
- Standing or sitting for extended periods (8–10 hours).
- Occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling of items up to 50 pounds.
Education & Experience Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing or inspection environment.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, including GD&T.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization.
- CMM programming skills preferred.
- NDT certification is a plus.
AAP/EEO Statement
Roper Pumps provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
