Quality Assurance Technician I

Quality Assurance Technician IElemental LED is a leading U.S. based engineering and technology company that creates, develops, manufactures, markets and sells innovative, configured and integrated LED lighting solutions. The Economic Development Authority of Western Nevada (EDAWN) has awarded Elemental LED as the "Company of the Year-Large" at the 7th Annual EDAWN Existing Awards event and "Employees First - Large" at the 10th Annual EDAWN Existing Industry Awards event.Job DescriptionThe Quality Assurance Technician I supports all quality-related activities of the Quality department to maintain quality assurance of all manufactured and purchased products to achieve product excellence, continuous process improvement, and customer satisfaction.We are looking to hire a Full-Time Quality Assurance Technician I. The core hours for this position will be Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. The pay range is $22.50 - $24.00/hour.Challenge Yourself – The Specifics:Conduct in-process inspections, verifying that all documents and builds meet assembly requirements utilizing Prints, BOMs, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)Verifies correct product, labeling, markings, quantity, dimensional, visual, and documentation, and inputs data for historical reference using the product database, and reports issues to Quality leadershipCompares the physical characteristics of products to technical specifications to identify defectsConducts tests on electrical function, reliability, and packaging quality; record resultsReports non-conforming material issues to Quality and Production leadership so necessary adjustments, reworks, and dispositions can be put in placeInteract and collaborate well with members of other departments, such as Production, Product Management, and Engineering, to improve quality methods and system processes which will result in a positive influence and impact on the overall quality of our products and servicesQualificationsYou Have a Unique Combination of Skills, Talents and Mindset, Including Many of the Following:High school diploma or GED and one (1) year of relevant experience or equivalent experience and training are requiredAbility to safely use various metrology tools equipment including but not limited to, calipers, handheld photometer, and a multimeter for purposes of evaluating product conformanceAbility to strategize, plan, organize, prioritize, and execute a variety of multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner: organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlinesWork with low voltage electricityKnowledge of quality best practices that can be applied in the company's environment, preferredKnowledge of principles and practices of continuous improvement, ISO regulations a plus, preferredKnowledge of LED's, LED drivers, controls, basic lighting terminology, photometry, and applications, preferredKnowledge of test equipment including multimeters, calipers, and handheld photometers, preferredOperate and maintain modern office equipment, including computer equipment and specialized software applications programsUse tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and safety guidelinesEffectively communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing in EnglishAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.The Perks and Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance (100% PAID by employer), available first of the month, following the date of hireCompany-matched 401(k) Plan, at 5%, no vesting schedulePaid Time Off (PTO)Volunteer Time Off (VTO)Three Paid Flexible Holiday per yearSeven Paid HolidaysPre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) - $200 annual employer contributionCareer Development Plan ProgramDiscounted Corporate Gym Membership at South Reno Athletic ClubTuition AssistanceEmployee DiscountMonthly Birthday Lunch CelebrationsOn-site Snacks and BeveragesEmployee Referral Bonus Program