Quality Control Technician

$500 Sign On Bonus ( payable on day 91)

1st shift (flexible schedule)

6a-230p/ 7a-330p

Cranston, RI

$26-31/hr BASED ON EXPERIENCE

The Quality Control Technician will primarily work with production teams and project management to help manage the companies Quality Assurance Program.

Essential Job Functions:

• Safety-sensitive position.
• Maintain a highly visible presence on the shop floor, conducting inspections of manufactured product and both inbound and outbound inventory.
• Facilitate and support risk assessment, root cause investigations, corrective actions, problem solving, and closure activities related to nonconforming products, warranty issues, or quality processes.
• Perform data and trending metrics analysis related to quality system requirements and goals.
• Assure data accuracy and communication to all divisional teams. Maintain COQ (cost of quality) results below business goal.
• Create, revise and review quality system documentation related to job activities.
• Conduct internal quality system and/or external supplier audits as assigned. Assist with corrective action and problem-solving efforts.
• Conduct incoming and final inspections when required.
• Manage and complete special projects as assigned.
• Plan and implement training activities for production associates as needed.
• Review and approve final QC acceptance documents when required.
• Create job specific documentation as needed.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Nurture a safe workplace through constant safety awareness and participation.
• Maintain written and communicated machining standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and all safety standards in assigned area.
• Support other departments as necessary.
• Perform additional assignments in accordance with the Manager's direction.
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge of manufacturing operations and quality fundamentals.
• Ability to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and understand schematics.
• Ability to make responsible decisions and take independent action to solve problems.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Products and ERP systems) with a commitment to accuracy. Ability to create and maintain spreadsheets along with a basic understanding of manufacturing computer software (ERP preferred).
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently in an organized manner.
• Ability to work in a demanding, multi-task environment.

Education and/or Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in related field.
• Quality and/or manufacturing, material background preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience. Wood and/or metal manufacturing environment preferred. Demonstrated understanding of manufacturing processes.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person
• Manufacturing facility

Experience:

• Quality control: 2 years (Preferred)
• Manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)
• Blueprint reading: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cranston, RI (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cranston, RI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person