What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician position at Valence?
Valence Surface Technologies is a full-service surface finishing company specializing in the commercial aerospace, defense, space and satellite industries. With ten strategically located sites across the United States, Valence provides a start to finish solution from NDT and chemical processing, to paint and sub-assembly.
Position Summary:
Responsible for ensuring that all products meet the required quality standards and specifications; inspecting, testing, and analyzing products at various stages of the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
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Responsibilities
- Collaborate with production and engineering teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
- Review internal and external Non-Conforming Products, ensure proper completion/documentation and accurate disposition in compliance with the customer and OEM requirements.
- Respond to assigned Root Cause and Corrective Actions Requests (internal and external) related to technical processes.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and manufacturing processes.
- Interpret and apply technical drawings, specifications, and standards to assess product quality.
- Facilitate and coordinate any quality activities between Quality Engineering and other departments (production, engineering, …).
- Perform Internal Audits (weekly spot audits, customer and/or Nadcap checklists, etc…)
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies. Execution, reporting results, and follow-up.
- Compile, write, and deliver training material on quality standards and activities including testing methods. Train employes on procedures (PDS, aids, procedures).
- Assist in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and processes.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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- Must have 3 years previous Quality experience preferably in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
- Strong problem solving skills, with the ability to identify deviations from standards and ensure a quality product.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or certification is a plus.
- Experienced with Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
