Quality Control Technician

Landscape Structures Inc.

Since 1971, Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support and empathy through play. We push the limitsof design, inclusion, playto help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. Between our playground division, Aquatix water play, and SkyWays Shade Division, we're able to provide everything needed to create a play and recreation environment of your dreams.

SkyWays by Landscape Structures has long been a trusted name in providing industry-leading shade solutions recognized around the world. Designed to withstand intense heat and sun, our innovative products help shield people from harmful UV rays while cooling environments by up to 30 degrees.

More than just protection, shade can be a unifying design elementconnecting features like play structures and splash pads into a cohesive space. The versatility of our shade systems extends to dog parks, outdoor concert venues, pools, zoos, walkways, and even parking lots.

A thoughtfully integrated shade design not only enhances comfort and safetyit also delivers a bold visual statement that transforms outdoor environments.

We believe play is life changing. Come join our team and be a life-changer!

Position Summary

Ensures the quality and integrity of all parts and assemblies for all products released for manufacturing. Maintain internal quality standards by approving or rejecting incoming materials, in-process production, finished products, and documenting the results. Ensure all products meet or exceed customer expectations.

Values

• Innovation
• Commitment and Passion
• Integrity
• Team and Relationships

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interpret prints, and other manufacturing / engineering documentation, as they pertain to all manufacturing processes.
• Inspects and identifies welded parts for spatter, pinholes and undercut.
• Inspects and identifies coated product for film thickness, adhesion, cure, and materials used.
• Able to identify defects of coated parts and document nonconformances.
• Identify all features of a product to a print and document the acceptance or rejection thereof.
• If quality issues are found, returns product to responsible party, and document the nonconformance.
• Train to conduct internal audits of individual processes at random or scheduled intervals to verify conformance with quality standards.
• Possess the ability to read and manipulate a variety of metrology devices such as, but not limited to, tapes, squares, inclinometers, calipers, thread gages, protractors, weld gages, DFT testing equipment and products, dial gages, radius gages, etc.
• Understands and comprehends process procedures.
• Ensure operator and/or fabricator tools are inspected at random or scheduled intervals for calibration identification.
• Train to calibrate basic measuring devices.
• Able to perform and document incoming inspections using sample rates.
• Conducts all duties and responsibilities in a safe and effective manner.
• Ensure process owners are completing and signing off on required documentation as it pertains to their process.

Attributes

• Quality Focused
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings
• Ability to measure accurately (linear dimensions)
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide (Lbs., Ft. Inch.)
• Read and understand schematics and blueprints
• Ability to read basic blueprints and weld symbols

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ year of professional welding experience.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read a print and interpret to physical part.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability read blueprints and weld symbols.
• Ability to read metrology tools.
• Ability to contribute to a fast-paced environment.
• Must possess previous experience in a quality control role.
• Must have advanced blueprint reading skills. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, material lists and inspection standards.
• Working knowledge AISC and AWS D1.1 code requirements for welding, inspection and testing preferred.
• CWI/CAWI preferred

This position is not eligible for immigration/Visa sponsorship

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Landscape Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.