What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician position at Tate Inc.?
Basic Purpose
We are looking for a Quality Technician to join our team at our Pocahontas, AR facility. The Quality Technician is responsible for quality inspection for all products to ensure they conform to all applicable company and quality standards. This position will test products before, in process, and in final stages to ensure quality levels are met.
Responsibilities
- Ensures all test equipment is properly maintained and calibrated
- Performs routine & job specific load performance tests to ensure compliance with published specs.
- Performs incoming inspections on products received from vendor.
- Has a working knowledge of all equipment and machinery within the facility.
- Performs daily in-process quality audits on products on production floor.
- Performs testing needed for qualifications of new or revised products.
- Maintains updated certified testing reports on standard products.
- Assists with continuous improvement of product and manufacturing processes to improve quality, reduce costs, and ensure product quality objectives are met.
- As assigned by supervisor, visits job sites to identify problems and recommends solutions.
- Maintains good housekeeping and follow established safety procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed by Team Leader/Supervisor.
- Follows all policies, procedures, and work instructions including Employee Handbook, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Manufacturing Operating Procedures (MOPs), Job Safety Analysis (JSAs), and Safety Manual.
- Maintains awareness of individual contribution to and impact of the quality, safety, environmental, and product compliance policies and activities; reports all quality issues, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions to the proper personnel.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED; or equivalent experience.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop or crouch for at least an 8-hour shift.
- Must be computer literate, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Products.
- Ability to use various tools and measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures, dial indicators, feeler gauges, etc. and verify all test equipment is in calibration and maintained in good working order.
- Strong shop-floor orientation.
- Knowledge of aluminum cutting and milling operation is a plus.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced working environment with accuracy and integrity.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented.
- Three (3) plus years manufacturing experience.
