What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician position at Talnt?
About the Role
The Quality Technician ensures product quality by inspecting materials, conducting audits, and monitoring compliance with internal standards and customer requirements. This position plays a key role in maintaining ISO 9001 standards, performing precision measurements, and supporting continuous improvement efforts within the plants operations.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect and grade incoming raw materials.
- Conduct audits to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Measure machined, cast, extruded, and rolled products accurately.
- Investigate defective products and document findings.
- Calibrate, operate, and maintain Optical Emissions Spectrometers.
- Maintain inspection logs and generate non-conformance reports.
- Monitor calibration systems and remove defective tools.
- Support the development and daily audit of the 6S program in the QC lab.
- Conduct Rockwell Hardness Testing and generate required certificates.
- Prepare products for shipment, including specialized orders.
- Participate in quality system audits and support continuous improvement.
- Inspect incoming third-party parts to verify suitability for production use.
- Maintain traceable document files and test records.
- Report quality trends to the Quality Control Supervisor or Manager.
- Assist other departments when required and be available on call.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in the lead or metal industry.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience operating a portable measuring arm (preferably with PolyWorks).
- Forklift and crane operation certification.
- Strong math, measurement, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to interpret specifications, drawings, and written procedures.
- Independent and self-motivated with good communication skills.
- Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality standards.
- Experience supporting manufacturing environments with multiple product lines.
- Ability to adapt quickly to various inspection and testing duties.
- Understanding of EHS and compliance protocols in industrial environments.
