Quality Technician, Engineering Support

Veridiam is a strategic manufacturing partner with over 60 years of experience serving the aerospace, industrial, medical, and nuclear markets. Our roots were formed in the exacting nuclear and aerospace industries, expanded into Medical where we have supplied critical components to a global customer base. We currently provide elegant solutions across a broad range of customers and diverse markets. At Veridiam we recognize that talent is at the forefront of our organization and define who we are in today's industry. In this role you will have a direct impact on hiring, employee relations, recognition, performance development, appraisal systems, career/succession planning, and employee development.

Position Summary

This position has the responsibility and authority to, under limited supervision, provide technical support to Quality Engineering as required to develop new products, processes, or systems. Responsible for meeting deadlines for assigned activities. Problem solves through demonstrated knowledge of products/processes.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform administrative and secretarial duties for the Quality Department.
2. Maintain customer files and documents including but not limited to inspection reports, travelers, FAIRs, receiving inspection records, etc.
3. Manage and Maintain the Material Review Board (MRB) System, ensuring the proper assignment of Responsibilities and the continuous processing of MRB items.
4. Establish and Maintain a process for Quality Review of Customer Returns for RMA (Return Material Authorization) Processing.
5. Create product and process certifications (Certificate of Conformance).
6. Prepare for and Manage Customer Oversight visits (i.e. Source Inspection)
7. Support the Development of Quality Plans by assisting the Quality Engineers in creating bubble drawings and defining methods/techniques for assessing each feature.
8. Perform First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
9. Create inspection record templates (forms) and train Inspectors to execute quality plans.
10. Develop/improve inspection methods to improve accuracy and reduce cycle-time.
11. Create electronic Statistical Process Control (SPC) data collection templates.
12. Perform Gage R&R studies.
13. Ensure incoming materials are in compliance to required specifications.
14. Manage calibration system.

Education: High School Diploma w/ more experience

Experience: 4 or more years of quality inspection and/or data analysis

Knowledge:

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Calibration Management Systems

Knowledge of all tools and equipment used to perform inspections

Skills:

Communication (written and verbal) – able to communicate effectively and efficiently to internal and external parties.

Organization – lead by example to maintain systems

Problem solving – able to assess the issue, understand impacts, and prioritize

Applications:

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS Visio

Minitab

Abilities:

Organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions

Operate a computer workstation to perform job duties

Train and develop employees

Provide and accept constructive criticism

Work effectively with company personnel, customers, and vendors

Operate all relevant equipment in the department

Work under frequently changing priorities

Work independently or as a team member

Read, write, speak, and understand English fluently

Travel throughout the plant with the capability of reaching around and over equipment to perform job responsibilities

Hold and lift 50 pounds of material or product from ground level to shoulder height

Stand for approximately 50% of shift

Values:

Accountability.

Collaborating with integrity, respect and trust.

Creative and unrelenting pursuit of excellence.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: (Typical physical demands and the work environment characteristics an employee must meet and encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Position involves frequent sitting at a desk using a computer for various work applications.

Ability to stand and walk occasionally.

Ability to occasionally lift and carry items (such as packages) up to 25 pounds.

Ability to squat and kneel occasionally, to climb stairs, use step stools occasionally.

Ability to reach with hands and arms occasionally to remove materials from shelves.

Ability to finger, grasp and feel objects (such as files and mail items) occasionally.

Fine hand manipulation of light-moderate strength is required for computer work.

Requires close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) for computer work.

Must be able to speak/hear to fulfill verbal communications and respond to ringing telephones.

When approved, must be able to work extended hours per the demands of the business.

The above statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels and characteristics of positions assigned to this classification. They should not be viewed as an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. Management has the right to change duties at any time to meet business needs.

Veridiam offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits which include medical, dental, vision, retirement (with company match) and life/AD&D. In addition to Paid Time Off, Holidays and Career Advancement Opportunities.

Pay Rate: The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type, and length of experience with the industry, education, geographic location, etc.

Veridiam, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and takes pride in a diverse environment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Veridiam will recruit and select applicants for

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