QA Technician 3rd shift.

Quality Technician

Department:                        Quality

Reports To:                          Reporting structure identified on facility organizational chart

FLSA Status:                        Non-exempt

Created / Reviewed By:       Kathy Speier 

Created / Reviewed Date:     October 24, 2018

 

SUMMARY

Inspect finished products, products being processed, incoming materials, parts and assemblies, etc. for conformance to company standards.  An incumbent may or may not perform all of the duties listed below, dependent on the specific plant for which support is provided.

 

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

 

Essential Functions:

1. Perform product inspections for conformance to customer requirements and quality standards.
2. Communicate with shift supervisors about problems, defects (part, packaging, labeling)
3. Measure and record data (datamyte system, dimensional sheets, etc.)
4. Check and verify that equipment is operating properly; notify shift supervisor of problems
5. Verify calibration of height gauge, balance or scales, calipers, thickness gauge, depth gauge, etc.
6. Collect product samples for testing (drop, leak, seal)
7. Prepare samples for shipping to customers with necessary paperwork
8. Respond to quality concerns from shift supervisor, technicians, or inspector packers
9. Approve product after process or maintenance changes; sign off.
10. Trace defects to point of origin to determine resolution for non-conformance issues.
11. Prepare non-conforming product reports (defective product and packaging)
12. Prepare daily paperwork (inspection reports, inventory, status sheets, etc.); maintain records and archives.
13. Attend meetings re: quality, safety issues, changes affecting production, etc.
14. Perform other related duties and special projects.

 

Marginal Functions:

1. Maintain cleanliness and order of testing lab.

 

Supervisory Functions:

None.

 

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

 

Education:  Requires a high school education or equivalent plus additional specialized training in inspection procedures. 

 

Experience: Requires a minimum of 1 year experience in inspection procedures for a manufacturing enterprise (including technical cause and effect and problem solving) in order to gain sufficient skill to perform the requirements of the position.

 

 

 

Skills and Abilities, which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

 

1. Language: Perform reading, writing and speaking at an intermediate level.
2. Mathematical: Competent in practical application of arithmetic, algebra and geometry; add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure; calculate fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion, variables and formulas.
3. Reasoning: Ability to apply rational principles to solve practical problems and deal with several concrete variables in standardized situations and to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
4. Computer skills at an intermediate level.

 

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software and Work Aids, which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

Computer, printer, calculator, Datamyte, Access, Excel, and label maker software, measuring instruments (calipers, gauges, scales, etc.).

 

License(s)/Certification(s) Required:  None required.

 

Physical/Visual Activities or Demands:  Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

1. Standing, walking, bending, lifting, pushing, carrying, reaching, grasping, talking, and hearing.

1. Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and the ability to bring objects into sharp focus, to identify and distinguish colors.

1. Light work - exert up to 5 pounds of force frequently and up to 30 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

 

Work Conditions: Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

Physical conditions include close proximity to moving mechanical parts and exposure to high temperatures, noise and dust.  Protective clothing that may be required includes: hair net, safety glasses, earplugs and gloves.

 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

 

Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

 

"Commonly associated" is not intended to mean always or only.  There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.

 

All Activities, Demands, Conditions and Requirements are linked to Essential Job Functions unless marked with an asterisk, which denotes linkage only to marginal function(s).