Quality Associate Jobs in Columbia, SC (NOW HIRING)

Description

Established in 2007, Element Electronics began with a simple belief - every household should have access to TVs featuring cutting-edge technology. In 2014, we took our commitment further by opening a factory in Winnsboro, SC, making Element the sole major television company assembling TVs in the United States. Presently, we continue to challenge ourselves, expanding our product range to include electronics and home appliances, while consistently providing customers with products showcasing the latest technology, all at affordable prices.   

Primary Function:

The Quality Team Associate II is responsible for the quality of all outgoing products from the production assembly lines and warehouse. A person in position assesses and tests one or more of the functions of a product, to ensure that it is aligned with quality standards for TV Production and Warehouse (Shipping and Receiving). This associate will need to match the findings of each inspection with the quality Checklist. This position works across production and warehouse to ensure that the quality standards needed for TV production as well as warehouse shipping and receiving are met. A person in this position is required to be detail-oriented in tracking quality defects and communicating to management. 

Essential Functions:

Quality Inspection (70%)

• Endeavors to add value to the manufacturing organization by being a part of the team that is responsible for reporting quality findings. (Production and warehouse Quality).
• Requires attention to detail as to quality inspections of WIP (work in process) materials, as well as rework materials.
• Vigilance in communicating issues to the production line leaders/management, as well as quality technicians, engineers, and management.
• Committed to supporting all team members working together to achieve quality goals. (Cross-Functionality)
• Mentors and consistently coaches other quality team members through on-the-job training by answering questions.
• Prepares printed materials and sets up equipment daily for completion of tasks.
• Promotes an environment of continuous improvement through the introduction of best practice.
• Passion for Element Electronics' mission, vision, values and core pillars

Clean and Organize (25%)

• Completes all functions related to quality requirements; 
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• Comply with all safety rules and regulations.
• Complete special projects independently as assigned by management.
• Keeping the work area clean throughout the shift to ensure a safe and orderly work environment.

All other duties as assigned by management (5%)

Requirements

Key Competencies:

• General production operations knowledge
• Ability to read and comprehend procedures
• Ability to work as a team player on a team
• Must be organized and thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Must be self-motivated and be able to work with minimum supervision 
• Possess High School Diploma or equivalent.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. 
• All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or experience. 
• This is a full-time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required as job duties demand. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Quality TA II position. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use his or her hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the responsibilities of the job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the Quality TA II will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Element TV Company, LP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employee and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national original, age disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Element TV Company, LP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Element TV Company, LP expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Element TV Company, LP's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.