Quality Technician - Shift Lead

 MISSION
 The Quality Technician / Shift Lead is responsible for in process auditing of manufactured product and processes, testing and measuring of product, control/disposition of suspect/non-conforming product through DMN and MRB processes and ensuring calibration of measuring equipment. This is an hourly paid position.

RESPONSIBILITIES  Assist in the development, implementation, training, audit, and enforcement of tools and visual indicators with Production Team Members  Ensures production line is staffed and makes arrangements for coverage when necessary  Promote quality concepts within the plant  Understand and follow DMN & MRB systems and participates in problem resolution as requested  Communicate quality issues to organization  Maintain / file accurate records of all quality tests, audits, calibration, gage R&R and DMN’s  Assist quality organization as requested  Understand and perform product and process audits

ACTIVITIES
 Complete all testing per company and Customer specifications.
 Reporting of Quality metrics
 Supports launch activities for new programs and prototype
 Develop and support effective procedures and work/test instructions per the IATF 16949 standard and global quality manual – ongoing monitoring of compliance to such standards.
 Interfaces with the customers and suppliers on quality problems and quality improvement activities using a structured corrective and preventive action method
 Support Quality Engineers in compiling customer PPAP documentation
 Perform calibration and Gage R&R as required / scheduled
 Facilitates corrective action (8D) as applicable
 Authority and responsibility to stop production and shipments when a Quality or Safety issue arises

PROFILE REQUIRED
Personal Background
 Requires a High School Diploma or GED
 Quality Background
 Operate Romer Arm, Hand-held gauges, and power tools as necessary to verify product quality
 Ability to operate forklift a plus
 Must successfully complete all required training
 Must comply with all work / safety rules, policies and procedures
 Practice 5S workplace organizing in assigned area
 Strong communication skills – written and verbal
 Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Minitab, Access, Visio
 Reactivity – ability to work in a fast paced environment – results oriented

Skills & Abilities
 Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution
 Knowledge of customer-specific requirements
 Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, high energy environment. Positions require unusual hours and/or commitments of time beyond standard work week
 Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis
 Position requires walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, reaching and climbing; Requires working under high temperature at certain times