Facility Quality Assurance Technician I

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Quality Team as a Facility Quality Assurance Technician.

Summary

The Facility Quality Assurance Technician supports HWI’s mission and vision to drive industry performance and deliver quality results. This role focus is on the actual testing of product and raw materials, judging samples against standards and accurately enters data into our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). A successful candidate will maintain high level of accuracy and engagement to guide HWI towards achieving and exceeding their objectives.

 

Responsibilities

• Verify in process production.
• Performs physical testing of finished goods.
• Performs final inspections.
• Enters LIMS data into appropriate systems and judges acceptability of product.
• Screens analysis of raw materials and mixes.
• Sample preparation.
• Performs additional testing as required. 

 

Requirements

• Requires high school diploma and one (1) year of college education or technical training with emphasis on math and science.
• Requires computer operation aptitude (MS Office and LIMS system or similar products).
• Requires abilities to follow directions, provide innovative solutions, and both work independently or as a team member.
• Requires knowledge of refractory industry and quality assurance.

 

Physical and Environment Requirements:

• Physical Activity:  Requires less than 1/3 of time sitting, climbing/balancing, and stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling.  Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of time walking, using hands and fingers, reaching, and speaking/hearing.  Requires more than 2/3 of time standing.
• Lifting:  Requires lifting up to 25 pounds 1/3 to 2/3 of time, and lifting up to 50 pounds more than 2/3 of time.
• Vision:  Requires accurate close vision, color vision, and the ability to focus.
• Environment:  Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of time in an office setting and working near moving mechanical parts.  Also requires less than 1/3 of time in wet/humid conditions, working in high, precarious places, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, vibration, outdoor weather, and in extreme heat or cold.
• Noise:  Requires exposure to moderate noise.

HWI, a member of Calderys
HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. 
With manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, as well as the major refractory industry research facility in North America, HWI serves virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions to enhance production and protect assets. HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intensely driven excellence.
We’re actively expanding our team of dedicated, enthusiastic people — particularly in research and development, engineering and manufacturing, product management, and sales. As a dynamic, growing global refractory leader, we offer competitive compensation, benefits packages, and wellness programs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.
For more information, visit https://thinkhwi.com/