Quality Control Technician

Description

Job Title:   Quality Control Technician

Department:  Quality

Summary: We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Quality Control Technician to join our growing organization. In this position, you will maintain quality standards by approving incoming materials, in-process production, finished products, and recording the results. Excellent communication and team skills are a must, as well as a keen attention to detail.
 

Responsibilities - As a Quality Control Technician You will:

• Approve incoming materials by confirming specifications, conducting a visual and measurement test, and rejecting and returning unacceptable materials.
• Approve in-process production by confirming required specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, and communicating the required adjustments to the production supervisor.
• Approve all finished products by confirming specifications and conducting required tests.
• Return products for re-work if needed and complete documentation to confirm re-work.
• Document and update inspection results by completing reports and logs.
• Inspection of standard fabricated parts.
• Utilize basic measurement tools to validate parts. (Micrometers, calipers, height gage, thread gage, scales, pin gages, etc.)
• Process all appropriate job paperwork for in process inspection operations.
• Assure all inspection equipment is maintained and controlled with the calibration technician. 
• Support inspection of any design changes to assure changes are made correctly.
• Support any project inspection needs defined by QC management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

You're a great fit for this position if this describes you;

• You possess a vocational, trade or high school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate Degree in a related technical field or equivalent experience.
• American Society for Quality (ASQ) certification as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) or Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) is preferred.
• 2 years of related work experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to become knowledgeable regarding all products manufactured by USSC Group.
• Proficient at reading drawings and use of hand tools.
• Must demonstrate competence with the use of precision measuring equipment described above. 
• Proficient in current computer software: MS Applications Word, Excel, and understanding of ERP systems is preferred.
• Excellent written communications skills, including the use of proper spelling, punctuation, and grammar to produce error-free copy, particularly composing letters, reports and documents used for decision making.
• Outstanding Oral communication skills including tact and diplomacy which would be utilized during customer service, conflict management, development of relationships with internal and external contacts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and diverse projects including, analytical thinking, planning, prioritizing, problem solving, decision making and carrying out assigned projects with minimal supervision.
• Able to perform in a fast-paced, team environment, under pressure with time constrains while responding and adapting to change favorably and quickly.
• Ability to think out of the box and work without excessive supervision. 
• Occasionally lifting-up to 50 pounds and standing for up to 12 hours a day is something you can handle.
• Able to travel if required (minimal travel expected).
• Safety is at the forefront of your mind when you are working and you gladly follow all safety policies to promote a safe working environment at USSC. 
• You bring with you a positive attitude and the ability to work cohesively in a team environment.
• Help USSC operate effectively by adhering to USSC’s attendance and punctuality standards and does not burden co-workers and supervisors unfairly with unnecessary and unplanned absences and lateness. 
• Understanding that you are part of a growing company, you have no concerns with and able to work extended hours/over-time as needed as well as some Saturdays to support that growth.