Quality Technician 1st Shift (6:00 am - 2:30 pm)

Quality Technician

We are looking to hire an enthusiastic and hardworking quality technician with a good eye for detail. You will be responsible for performing standardized quality control checks on our company products to ensure they meet the required legal and company standards for safety and quality. You may also be required to maintain calibrated test equipment, prepare test data, and identify areas for quality control improvement.

To ensure success as a quality technician, you should have a strong working knowledge of mathematical concepts, excellent visual awareness, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Ultimately, a top-class quality technician can efficiently monitor the integrity and quality of products without impeding production rates.

As a Quality Technician you will:

• Conduct analyses of raw materials, in-process materials and finished goods checking for quality and ensure that they meet necessary specifications. Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings to verify product conformance.
• Monitor testing procedures and processes to ensure tests performed are done according to item specifications, protocols, and standard test methods
• Interpret test results and compare them to the specifications and control limits in place while providing recommendations on the appropriateness of data
• Complete documentation necessary for the support of testing procedures, including inventory forms, data capture forms and equipment logbooks
• Document and report inspection results, deviations, and non-conformances. Perform daily NCR cart audits to ensure all non-conforming materials are properly identified, documented, and segregated.
• Ensure equipment is calibrated, validated, and maintained properly and ensure safety during operation of equipment
• Perform routine checks throughout the day to monitor processing, packaging, formulation, and sanitation. Work with production teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Assess analytical and testing methods and procedures to determine how they can be improved in the future
• Assist in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as requested by Supervisor/QE

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a High school diploma or equivalent
• Possesses 5 years progressive experience in quality control and inspection or its equivalent technical degree and work experience
• Has a 2 or 4-year technical degree (preferred)
• Holds Quality certifications (preferred)
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Has analytical abilities with good attention to detail
• Is proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Has experience working with quality management systems
• Has experience with the use of measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauge, etc.

The physical demands of the job are:

• General Office Environment, PC
• Light Lifting (occasional 40 lbs. or less)
• Sitting - frequent
• Standing/Walking - frequent
• Stooping/Bending - occasional
• Prolonged computer usage

What we offer you:

Pay Range is typically between $24 - $27 per hour

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

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G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

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