Quality Technician - 2nd Shift

Quality Technician

Every day, millions of people interact with Lozier products without even realizing it. From the shelving in retail stores to the storage systems powering warehouses and online fulfillment, our products keep retail moving. If you've shopped in a store or ordered online, chances are you've experienced what we build.

For 70 years and counting, Lozier Corporation has been the industry leader trusted by top brands across the country. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with facilities nationwide, we combine innovation, advanced manufacturing, and a people-centric culture to shape the future of retail. At Lozier, you'll join a team that designs industry-leading solutions, builds products retailers and warehouses depend on, and be part of a company that prioritizes growth and development of its workforce.

The Quality Technician will be responsible for ensuring that products meet the established standards of quality, reliability, and performance. This role involves inspecting, testing, and verifying that all products adhere to company specifications and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality in all aspects of the manufacturing process.

Essential Job Functions

• Champion Lozier's Mission, Vision, and Core Values by demonstrating the behaviors that contribute to Lozier's success.
• Conduct routine inspections and tests on incoming materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, test results, and quality issues. Prepare reports summarizing findings and recommend corrective actions.
• Investigate quality issues and non-conformances. Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and quality standards. Assist in internal and external quality audits.
• Calibrate and maintain inspection and testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable measurements.
• Work closely with production, engineering, and other departments to resolve quality-related issues and implement process improvements.
• Provide training and support to production staff on quality control procedures and best practices.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings, and completing assignments.
• Ability to work and interact well with others.

Other Job Functions

• Provides support with continuous improvement and/or vendor selection training.

Job Qualifications

Education: Associate degree in quality management, quality assurance, manufacturing, or another related field is preferred.

Experience: Prior experience in a manufacturing environment, if degreed. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a quality, manufacturing and/or engineering role within a manufacturing environment, if non-degreed.

Required Skills

· Proficiency in using inspection and testing equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

· Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and quality management systems (QMS).

· Understanding of quality standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100).

· Experience with root cause analysis and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).

· Excellent attention to detail.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

· Effective communication skills.

Preferred Skills

· Quality certifications such as Certified Quality Technician (CQT) or Six Sigma Green Belt.

· Previous experience in manufacturing environment.

· Experience in use of Oracle software.

Special Demands

• Manufacturing plant with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and machinery.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for using gauges and measuring instruments.
• Standing and walking for extended periods during inspections.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Lozier reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way desired and the essential job functions may be modified to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Successful completion of pre-hire drug screen and post offer background screen is required to obtain employment. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.