Quality Technician

Super Steel, located in Mequon, WI, is an ISO-9001:2015 certified, industry-leading, Tier one, full-service serial production supply partner to global blue-chip Original Equipment Manufacturers. As a trusted strategic partner, we specialize in the production of complex weldments and turn-key finished products that meet precise quality standards. Our unparalleled fullservice metal fabrication and supply solutions reduce our Fortune 500 customers’ overall spend by exceeding their reliability, strength, and performance expectations. We offer a diverse range of supply options, including rapid response cut, form, and machining support, as well as full-service in-house contract metal fabrication, machining, coating, and assembly solutions. These services are well-suited for products that require a high level of manufacturing repeatability and accuracy.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:               

Under general supervision, the Quality Technician is responsible for a variety of quality tests and inspections (e.g. dimensional, weld, paint, appearance, assembly, etc.) on products, materials, components, parts, etc. at various stages of the production process to ensure compliance with quality and reliability standards as well as product specifications, and implementing effective quantitative methods to inspect, test, evaluate, and communicate internally and externally that products and services provided meet customer quality standards and comply with ISO 9001:2015 requirements.

Reports to the Director of Quality Assurance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

o    Responsible for a variety of quality tests and inspections on products, materials, components, parts, etc. at various stages of the production process to ensure compliance with quality and reliability standards as well as product specifications.

o    Measuring parts from laser, brake press and after welded assembly.

o    Measuring paint thickness and verifying appearance.

o    Visual weld inspections.

o    Completing dimensional inspections, layouts and first article inspections.

o    Records, analyzes and interprets data, communicates test results, performs statistical analysis when needed.

o    Assists in the inspection and verification of implemented quality improvements.

o    Completes and maintains all necessary and associated paperwork.

o    Provides technical assistance and training in quality techniques and policies.

o    Identifies and supports troubleshooting production problems related to parts and/or assemblies.

o    Understands or willing to learn requirements according to ISO standards.

o    Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

o    Adheres to all Super Steel and OSHA safety related work rules and procedures.

Qualifications:             

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

o    High school diploma or general education (GED).

o    2 or more years of quality inspection, welding, or related field experience in a heavy metal fabrication environment.

o    Ability to handle multiple assignments while prioritizing workflow.

o    A self-motivated, detail-oriented and a critical thinker.

o    Ability to work well individually or in a team environment.

o    Excellent written and verbal communication skil