What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Technician position at Wastequip?
Hourly Range: $25.00 - $27.00 Based on experience.
Responsibilities:
- Perform in-process, receiving, and final inspections on piece parts, welded subassemblies, and finished goods
- Conduct and/or oversee in-process tests such as, but not limited to, water testing, spray testing, and light testing
- Ability to use or learn calipers, micrometers, combination squares, protractors and other measurement tools.
- Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and document findings
- Identify and document non-conforming materials utilizing NCRs
- Support other departments with troubleshooting process and product issues
- Assist internal and external audits as required
- Follow and promote safety practices
- Assist QA Manager in calibration program (Calibration of tools, gauges, fixtures, etc.).
- Use of hand tools to cut sections of parts or products for testing
- Actively promote and participate in company process improvement and quality system development, training, and projects.
- Random audits of outgoing product as needed.
- Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned
Qualifications:
- Experience in Quality Assurance or Manufacturing: 2 years of Prior experience in a quality assurance or manufacturing environment, preferably in a production or assembly setting.
- Knowledge of Quality Standards & Inspection Techniques: Familiarity with quality control principles, process audits, and inspection tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
- Attention to Detail & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify nonconforming materials, analyze root causes, and suggest corrective actions.
- Strong Communication & Training Skills: Capability to educate operations personnel on quality requirements and ensure compliance with quality objectives.
- Ability to Read and Interpret Technical Documents: Proficiency in reading blueprints, specifications, or work instructions to ensure proper quality control.
- Experience using ERP Systems and Microsoft Excel
Company Benefits:
• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up
Medical Plans
• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
▪ Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Grandparent Leave
• Paid Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
About Wastequip
Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.
While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.
Salary : $25 - $27
