Quality Technician

Job Overview The quality tech is responsible for identifying and implementing systematic solutions to quality issues and for enforcing the highest standards of quality management. The Quality Tech will own the continual development and adherence to the Quality Management System in accordance with ISO9001:2015 and will take a lead role in problem‑solving with internal and external processes. Job Functions With guidance use deep analytical thinking and available resources to identify and solve quality problems (fit/finish, appearance, functional) for a specific assigned production or manufacturing area. Responsible for the quality of completed assembly, manufactured parts, and/or supplied parts. Monitor quality key performance indicators and promote improvement in the area. Lead/co‑ordinate problem solving focusing on short‑ and long‑term sustainable solutions. Interface with team members from other departments and external organizations when necessary. Manage change points with supplier, manufacturing and design within assigned area of responsibility. Develop and improve quality standard work as necessary. Develop and assure compliance of quality system improvements. Travel Requirements No travel is required for the position. Travel expenses will be paid by Bastian Automation. Required Qualifications and Preferred Skills Associate’s degree or higher in Engineering or a similar technical field, or 2+ years of equivalent professional experience in Quality Engineering in a manufacturing environment. Experience working in one or more manufacturing/assembly areas (metal forming, paint, assembly, etc.). Proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint. Experience with project management, including responsibility for creating schedules and tracking milestones for both short (week/month) and long term (12–234 month+) projects. Experience in Quality Engineering/Quality Control managing completed assembly & supplied parts. Working knowledge and experience with Toyota Quality Systems, including QIMS, SQAM. Experience utilizing data and investigative tools to analyze and prioritize causes in order to implement counter‑measure. Experience working with outside suppliers and vendors, including bid specification, project management, buy‑off and implementation. Experience with supplier quality/process improvement. ISO 9001:2015 experience. A Level I Quality Tech is fully trained and self‑sufficient on one area of quality inspection (assembly, manufacturing, shipping/receiving). Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship. Employees must follow all information security policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls. About Bastian Automation Bastian is a trusted material handling automation integrator supporting distribution and manufacturing operations across the automotive, aerospace, tire and wheel, and other related industries — helping them work smarter, scale faster, and deliver with confidence. Benefits Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match Vacation / Holiday Pay Paid Volunteer Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Professional associations, conferences and subscriptions Company meetings & events Bastian Automation does not work with outside recruiting agencies. No solicitation phone calls please. #J-18808-Ljbffr