Quality Technician

Job Title

Position at Autocar, LLC

Job Overview

You will be responsible for managing supplier quality as it relates to daily production. This includes the investigation of suspect material, ensuring the proper processing of rejected material, including the administration of SCAR (Supplier Corrective Action Request), RMA's, Scrap, etc. This includes daily checks of the multiple reject areas, ensuring suspect parts are tagged appropriately, then working with Materials to have that materials moved physically and systematically to the reject area.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Act as the specific subject matter expert (SME) and owner of the documented process.
• Identify opportunities to improve accuracy and the overall process.
• Work closely with the operations manager to identify, report and solve problems.
• Optimize and organize reject quarantine area based on point of use and volume.
• Drive "Plan for Every Part" transformation and mentality as it relates to suspect material and it's proper handling.
• Communicate clear instructions to team members.
• Create and maintain hourly/daily/weekly/monthly metrics and report daily on the same.

Education and Experience

• 3 years of relevant work experience in a quality related field.

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to drive cohesion and collaboration among many different people & functions
• Confidence, presence, and credibility to command the respect of colleagues and senior stakeholders, especially within operational departments
• Adaptable / Flexible - being open to change in response to new information, different or unexpected circumstances
• Organizational skills, with ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and MRP system

Physical Requirements

• Capable of wearing task specific personal protective equipment which may include dust mask, air purifying respirator (i.e., half and/or full faced), safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection.
• Capable of meeting OSHA standards for manual lifting guidelines: < 50lbs
• While performing the duties of this job it is required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for job activity.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods.
• The ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures.

Location

This role will be located onsite at our Hagerstown, IN facility.

What You'll Get

• Competitive compensation that recognizes your skills, experience, and impact.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life and AD&D insurance, and short-term and long-term disability to support your well-being.
• 401(k) with a company match to help you invest in your future.
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays to rest, recharge, and maintain work-life balance.
• A high-impact role with real ownership.

Job Duties Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities outlined here are representative but not exhaustive of the tasks that the employee may be required to perform. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other tasks as necessary to meet business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Autocar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodations (ADA Compliance): Autocar complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Employees who require assistance or accommodation should contact Human Resources