Quality Assurance Technician III

Overview :


TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is a top manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing solutions in North America, operating 30 locations throughout the U.S. They offer a range of products for both commercial and residential roofing, along with pavement coatings.


Job Title: Quality Assurance Technician III
Location: Parsippany, NJ 07054
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Temporary Assignment
Work Type: Onsite

Shift: 07:00 AM To 04:00 PM

Job Description

At Client, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don't back down from hard work- we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are Client. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
The Technician III is responsible for claim evaluations and conducts various testing activities and analysis on sample material. Communicates results effectively and reports meaningful and unbiased conclusions based on evaluations. Conducts specific activities in accordance with established laboratory practices and procedures. Leads and contributes improvements to the lab evaluation processes, Job Safety Analysis, and Standard Operating Procedures. Leads laboratory maintenance and calibration of equipment. Leads and supports training for new hires. Assures all activities are performed.

Essential Duties
Claims Evaluation:

• Lead claim evaluations to determine manufacturing and performance characteristics.
• Conduct testing per established protocols and provide accurate data.
• Assist in making data-driven decisions on lab dispositions.
• Review and improve process flows on a continuous basis per field feedback.
• Improve lab efficiency through monitoring of claims influx and prioritizing work to improve and/or meet lab evaluation metrics.
• Strong practical knowledge of key product lines, lab evaluation processes, products specifications and application instructions.
• Assist in root cause analysis investigations, and report findings in a clear meaningful format.
• Participate in problem solving teams
• Continue to build partnerships across different teams such as warranty, field services, R&D, and manufacturing plants.
• Familiar with various manufacturing processes of different products.
• Familiar with quality fundamentals
• Knowledge of engineering/science fundamentals

Lab Functionality and Maintenance:

• Lead lab maintenance and equipment calibration program.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment on a predetermined frequency.
• Keep accurate records and documentation.
• Learn and develop new test methods, SOPs and JSAs.
• Assist supervisor to organize daily lab work flow.
• Train new hires, develop, mentor, and provide guidance to junior technicians.
• Plans and executes assigned projects and prioritizes tasks though time management system.
• Coordinate the use of other resources (both internal and external) in order meet project goals and timelines.

Safety

• Assure all activities are performed safely per established safety guidelines.
• Maintain work area in a safe, clean, and orderly fashion on a daily basis following 5S guidelines.
• Complete monthly safety training.
• Contribute to Job Safety Analysis and Standard Operating Procedure development.
• Champion safety activities, and lead housekeeping.
• Knowledge of Safety precautions, health hazards, SDS forms.

Qualifications Required

• Associate's Degree in relevant technical field paired with 2+ years of practical, industry-related experience OR
• Bachelor's Degree in relevant technical field paired with 2+ years of practical, industry-related experience is preferred
• Proven track record (2-5 years) in a manufacturing or R&D lab setting. Experience navigating quality control, analytical testing, or product development within the roofing or construction materials sector is highly desirable.

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work as a team player
• Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Entry to Intermediate Excel skills
• Strong knowledge of roofing products and installation instructions
• Familiar with standard Client processes, standards, products specifications

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.