Quality Assurance Technician

Description

(Employment/staffing agencies - please do not reach out about this ad. We only hire direct.)
Job Title: Quality Assurance Tech (will train the right candidate)

Company/Location: Nico Products / Minneapolis MN

Shift: 1st 5a-3p M-Th + OT as needed

Career change? Recent grad? No experience? Interested in Science (chemical reactions)? Can you follow detailed instructions? Have an eye for imperfections? Want to make a difference? Consider a career in the Metal Finishing/Plating industry!

Manufacturing is necessary for the overall economic health of our country. Become part of an industry that finishes critical parts for the medical field (respirators, etc.), aeronautics (airplane parts), military, to everyday items like nuts and bolts, etc. We play an integral part in many of the products we all use every day.

More than just a job, it's the beginning of a career in the Metal Finishing industry. Our profession is not taught in schools, employees are trained on the job.

Every employee plays an important role in our success. Many advancement opportunities from department leads, platers, maintenance, chemical lab, wastewater treatment, supervisor, quoting, to upper management. It all depends on your effort and interests. Start at an entry level position and see where your career takes you.

We are looking to expand our team and continue our mission of excellent service and on-time delivery. Reviews are conducted twice a year, including a rate increase if expectations are met. Great benefits package and fringe benefits. Hiring ASAP, apply TODAY.

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Position Duties: Responsible for conducting inspections, tests, and evaluations of processes, materials, components, and finished products to ensure they meet company and industry quality standards. Involves identifying defects or deviations, documenting findings, and collaborating with other departments to implement corrective actions. Additionally, perform oven duties for jobs that require baking.

What are we looking for? The following duties and requirements can help determine if you are a good fit for us, and if we are a good fit for you. Attendance is CRITICAL to our success and need people that are committed to being at work, as scheduled.

DUTIES:

• Upholds company policies and procedures
• Perform routine inspections and tests on materials, components, and finished products according to established procedures and specifications. Use various testing equipment and tools to measure and evaluate product quality.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections results, test data, and quality reports. Document any deviations or non-conformances and communicate findings to the Quality Assurance Manager or relevant departments. Provide reports to management as required. Update and maintain company specification library.
• Identify and analyze defects or quality issues, including root cause analysis. Work with production teams to resolve issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure incoming and outgoing products are in compliance with specifications Perform contract review, interpret blueprints and specifications to ensure compliance and review orders in noncompliance area with NRB personnel for internal and customer return jobs
• Ensure that all quality control activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and standards. Assist in preparing for internal and external audits and inspections.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality control processes and procedures. Provide feedback and suggestions for improving product quality and operational efficiency.
• Assist in the calibration and maintenance of quality control equipment and tools to ensure accurate and reliable measurements. Report any equipment malfunctions or issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Provide training and support to production staff on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Assist in developing and updating quality control documentation and procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments to address quality issue and support overall quality goals.
• Certify plating process on orders requiring certification.
• Oven duties to include: baking parts, monitor oven temperature, meet production guidelines for baking, complete paperwork, general oven logs, oven charts, and oven SAT (system accuracy test)
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

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