Quality and Production Technician Job description
QA manager in metal stamping ensures quality standards are met during the manufacturing process. They oversee inspections, develop testing procedures, and collaborate with production teams to identify and resolve any quality issues. It's an important role in maintaining the integrity of the stamped metal products.
· Collect samples of all incoming components for finished hose, samples then are evaluated, and compared to a specification for approval.
· Guarantee that the processes that are put into place at the facility are being followed by facility team members and documented accordingly.
· Assist in enforcing the use of new documentation, leading to an ISO certification for the facility.
· Collects and verifies samples for third party testing laboratories as required by customers.
· Assure that the correct BOMS are on display on the production floor at each line so that other production team members have correct components pulled.
· Assist QC technicians and operators in troubleshooting issues on the line. Documents what the fixes were within a CAP.
· Gather and ship samples from the warehouse for customer events/ showroom floors when requested.
· Records and adjust temperatures of the extruding machines to assure a good melt flow of the PVC.
· Monitors ink jet lot codes to assure that they are functioning and have the correct lot code and production line.
· Works with the blending department to create and test blends for use within production.
· Verifies that created blends are working within live production.
· Assist the quality manager and production manager in assuring training is completed and documented for new and old employees.
· Directs and ensures that if product is created that is not up to quality standards it is brought to a quality hold area and marked to not be moved from that area.
· Work alongside production staff to assist in troubleshooting of machine and material problems to create a good, finished product.
· Assist the quality manager with performing internal audits and verifying the Continuous improvement plan.
· Anything that assists in the implementation of the quality program that is already/ currently being put into place at the facility.
· Assist production Engineer with maintaining and running Windak machines.
· Develop, Implement, and maintain the company’s Quality Management System in compliance with ISO 9001 or other relevant standards
· Conduct regular reviews and audits of the QMS to ensure its effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
· Analyze quality performance using statistical and analytical methods.
· Identify, plan, and implement process improvements to enhance product quality and operation efficiency.
· Lead continuous improvement initiatives and drive a culture of quality throughout the organization.
· Ensure compliance with all applicable industry standards, regulations, and certifications.
· Prepare for and manage external audits and inspections.
· Oversee the development and implementation of inspection criteria and procedures.
· Manage the inspection and testing processes to ensure products meet specifications.
· Address and resolve quality issues in collaboration with production and engineering teams.
· Establish and maintain supplier quality standards.
· Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
· Address customer quality complaints and issues promptly and effectively.
· Implement corrective and preventive actions to resolve customer complaints and improve customer satisfaction
· Conduct customer satisfaction surveys and analyze feedback for improvement opportunities.
· Lead, Mentor, and develop the quality assurance team.
· Provide training on quality standards and best practices to employees.
· Foster a collaborative and productive quality culture within the team and organization.
· Maintain comprehensive documentation related to quality assurance activities.
· Prepare and present quality reports to management.
· Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality and provide insights for strategic decision-making.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work setting:
- Factory
- In-person
- Manufacturing facility
- Office
- Warehouse
Work Location: In person