Quality Technician

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The principal purpose of this job description is to outline the roles and responsibility of a Quality Technician. Performs inspections and sets quality assurance testing models for analysis of raw materials, materials in process, and finished products.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

Perform dimensional, visual, electrical and mechanical inspection using standard documentation and procedures.

Utilize precision measuring tools to assist receiving inspection.

Participate in various quality studies and improvement initiatives.

Prepare procedures, update and maintain files as needed Per IATF Standards and quality enhancement.

Perform and participate in various audits (IATF, floor, internal (LPA), external, customer, and dock) and report results.

Train and guide new quality assurance inspectors temporary or permanant as needed.

Quarantine and disposition parts as needed. Participate in the Material Review Board.

Train Production Operators in quality system techniques and proper inspection methods.

Evaluate and interpret manuals, blueprints, specifications along with other technical data.

Identify root cause of problems, analyze and develop remedial actions working with shop floor and engineers.

Complete daily scrap disposition, scrap reports, coordinate with suppliers, and Quality KPI tracking.

Provide acceptance or rejection for compliance to established standards and processes.

Verify conformance to applicable procedures and other approved documents.

Interact effectively and professionally with all personnel and customers.

Collect QA data, log data and evaluate results utilizing simple statistical tools.

Execute knowledge of QA methods and standards, inspection procedures, QA instructions and assembly specifications.

Identify procedure to conduct quality tests and inspections.

Perform first article, piece, in-process as well as final inspections.

Perform red-rabbit vérifications on inspection machinery

Operate automated and manual Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM) and software as necessary.

Update and maintain inspection, documents, forms, logs, conformance certificates and other records.

Perform all other duties as assigned, instructed

Perform part cleaniness inspection for print specifications.

The above list of duties and responsibilities in no way states or implies that these are the only functions or duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instruction and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE

Knowledge of attribute and variable gaging.

Microsoft 365 Office system, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Knowledge Plex (prefered not required)

Operate CMM with PC-DMIS (prefered not required)

Familiar with Minitab (prefered not required)

COMPETENCIES

Communication

Continuous improvement & innovation

Customer focus

Act as a role model / lead by example

Teamwork

Leadership

Personal commitment

Result oriented

People development

Technical / functional excellence

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to communicate verbally, read, analyze and interpret inspection data.

Ability to respond to internal or external customer complaints, regulatory agencies, members of the business community.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all levels of staff.

COMPUTER/ IT SKILLS

Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Proficient in Plex or other manufacturing ERP system.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Must have 1 year or more years of experience as a Quality Technician.

Good written and verbal communication.

Attention to detail.

Strong mechanical aptitude.

Positive attitude and decision-making abilities.

Willingness to learn.

Reliable transportation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

**Physical Demands **

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, frequently required to talk and hear, sit/stand for eight (8) hours. Occasionally required to bend, stoop, kneel or crouch. Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds when needed.

Mathematical Skills

Should possess basic math skills, including ability to use gages, including micrometers, calipers and various sized plug gages.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise Grade in the manufacturing area is usually very loud.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. This position requires the ability to work independently and use good judgment.

Quality

Recognize quality principles for operating efficiently in daily tasks while adhering to IATF 16949 standards. Participate in audits when necessary.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

LISI Automotive is an equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of LISI Automotive are employed on an at-will basis. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) 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.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Blueprint Reading
• Quality Inspection Experience
• Programming Machine Vision Systems
• Quality Control Data Analysis
• PPAP Process Experience
• AS9100 Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis)

Salary info:

$21.29 - $28.38 / hr