Quality Assurance LAB Technician

Job Opportunity At SportechSportech is a rapidly growing company in Elk River, MN. We are looking for talented people who wish to join a values-based company that desires to help our people and customers win. We design, manufacture, and assemble cab components and systems for the powersports, golf and turf, industrial and agricultural end markets. Our design and engineering capabilities allow us to provide complex components and assemblies to our original equipment manufacturer customers. We are always on the gas and seeking dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated individuals to join our extraordinary team.Sportech offers eligible full-time employees a robust and competitive benefits package, which includes:Medical, dental, and vision plan options, including flexible spending accounts (HSA, FSA, and DCA)Short-term and long-term disability benefitsBasic life insurance and voluntary life insuranceHospital indemnity plans, pet insurance, and legal/identity theft services401k plan with up to a 4% employer matchPaid company holidays, paid vacation, and paid volunteer timeSportech Learning Academy (SLA) with courses offered onsite quarterly, focusing on personal and professional growth and development for employees, and tuition reimbursement options for courses completed outside of SportechFurther benefits information is provided as part of the offer process for any offer extended by Sportech. Pay varies by position and is based on multiple factors including labor market data and, depending on position, may include education, work experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, and/or certifications. Additionally, Sportech takes into account the internal equity of current employees when considering compensation. Sportech's reasonable and good-faith estimate for new hire compensation at the time of posting for this position is $22.00 - $26.00 per hour. Pay may also include variable compensation from time to time such as overtime for non-exempt positions, shift differential for specific shifts, and/or bonus targets (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).Job SummaryThis position fully supports product development activities within advanced product quality planning (APQP) projects and programs within their respective value stream. Ensures successful prototype samples, collection of pre-production data to achieve PPAP approval (supplier & customer). This position includes the ability to use metrology and statistical methods to analyze and solve problems including PFMEA's, and quality control plans.Essential Job FunctionsCross functional team member working with supply chain and suppliers to ensure Sportech quality standards are achieved and maintained including all supplier PPAP submissionsPromotes prevention tools and techniques through process discipline and first-time conformanceAbility to read engineering drawings, including GD&T dimensioning applying ASME 14.5Y requirementsCMM Knowledge, CMM use and ability to read and understand measurement reports. (Verisurf a plus)Intermediate Excel proficiencyDocument data and effectively communicate lessons learned back into future projects and design reviewsSupport Production during development buildsCollect and maintain Inspection and job dataMiscellaneous projects and duties as assignedRequirementsAssociate degree strongly preferredISO 9001 and TS16949 automotive related quality systems requirements and knowledgeExcellent internal and external customer services skillsDemonstrated understanding of quality tools, techniques and PPAP requirementsStrong understanding of manufacturing processesAbility to perform job responsibilities in a manner consistent with Sportech's mission, values, and standards of conduct