Job Description
The primary role of the QA Tech/Auditor is to maintain high standards of product inspection in the production process across machine and packaging areas to ensure all products meet customer requirements and quality for shipment.
Duties and responsibilities
· Resolve quality-related issues promptly and effectively to prevent defective products from reaching the customer.
· Identify any non-conforming condition upon inspection and notify the QA Manager, Supervisor/Team Lead of the audit failure.
· Maintain overall part quality by inspecting issues such as flashes, shorts, deformation, or other defects.
· Verify and approve that all products are packaged according to specifications, including label accuracy, packaging material (e.g., totes, cartons), pallet configurations, and information requirements.
· Management must be informed when an audit failure is identified.
· Responsible for the quality of parts being produced and accountable for determining if the product is acceptable for audit.
· Monitor and record machine parameters (e.g., cycle time, cooling time, charge time) to ensure consistent part quality.
· Maintains quality records as needed.
· Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required skills/Abilities
- Must be able to communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
- Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to distinguish color variations.
- Able to read and understand all work instructions and customer QA requirements.
- Thorough attention to detail to ensure adherence to quality standards.
Required Experience
· At least 1 year prior experience in a quality assurance or quality control manufacturing environment.
· Experience with QA tools such as calipers, micrometers, gages, GO/NO GO, and other measurement equipment.
· Understanding of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.
Physical Requirements
· Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.
· Dexterity and accuracy as needed to operate testing equipment or gauges.
Advantage Manufacturing is committed to providing and delivering products and services that meet or exceed the needs and expectations of our customers.
We also provide a safe environment for our employees in order to be highly productive and grow both personally and professionally.