Technician, Quality

Quality Technician

Habasit is the global leader in the manufacturing of lightweight conveyor belting. Our slogan "Solutions in Motion" defines us; we are a provider of world class power-transmission and conveying solutions.

At Habasit, we understand that a global leader is only as good as the people who represent it, and we are always searching for the right people to keep us in motion. We are looking for ambitious individuals, leaders, and students who are ready to help move us forward. If you have a can-do attitude and want to join a world-class organization, read on and apply today!

The Quality Technician is primarily responsible for managing and driving root cause and corrective actions within the manufacturing & business environment. This role ensures that product and process nonconformities are properly investigated, documented, and resolved in compliance with company procedures. The Quality Technician partners with cross-functional teams to identify root causes, implement effective solutions, and monitor results to prevent recurrence. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on problem-solving, compliance, and driving accountability across teams.

Things you should know about Habasit's opportunities:

• Direct hire opportunity
• Eligible for bonuses and incentives
• $500 bonus after 90 days of employment
• $500 additional bonus after 180 days of employment
• $1000 additional bonus after 365 days of employment
• $750 referral bonus after 6 months

Basic Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be cleared on any background screening
• English literacy
• Ability to use a calculator and a tape measure.
• Computer skills a plus
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Must be able to stand, walk, sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Why should you join our team?

• Our amazing environment keeps safety as its top priority! You can enjoy a collaborative atmosphere in a clean and climate-controlled facility.
• Our core values are how we thrive, and you will get to work with people who share them: Organizational Pride, Highest Ethical Standards, Quality You Can Trust, Collaboration, Entrepreneurship, and Continuous Improvement.
• Our opportunities to advance give any qualified associate the opportunity to move to a higher level job.
• Our on-the-job training and skills development will ensure your success in your job.

If you are interested in becoming a part of a World-Class Team, submit your application today!

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Coordinate and oversee corrective and preventive action activities across manufacturing operations.
• Track, document, and maintain corrective action records in accordance with company requirements.
• Ensure timely closure of corrective action tasks and verify effectiveness of solutions.
• Lead investigations into product or process non-conformances.
• Facilitate problem-solving sessions using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and FMEA.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to identify systemic issues.
• Create or revise work instructions or procedures to support improvement actions.
• Technical writing ability and knowledge of document & configuration control.
• Prepare reports and summaries of corrective action status.
• Support internal and external audits by providing corrective action documentation and objective evidence.
• Recommend process improvements to reduce defects, scrap, and rework.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on corrective action and best practices.
• Monitor trends in non-conformances and proactively address recurring issues.
• Perform quality system and process audits.
• Perform product inspections and nonconformance dispositions.
• Experience with QT9 QMS a plus.
• All other relevant duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additionally, the Quality Technician must have proven root cause problem-solving experience, attention to detail & documentation accuracy; cross-functional collaboration & analytical thinking with a continuous improvement mindset. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities of this position:

• 35 years of experience in manufacturing quality assurance or corrective action coordination.
• Strong knowledge of CAPA processes, ISO 9001, Lean, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in quality tools and software for managing & tracking corrective actions & tasks.
• Ability to assess adequacy of objective evidence to approve and close corrective actions.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in quality tools (SPC, FMEA, control plans, etc.)
• Working experience with Microsoft programs: MS Word, Power Point, Visio, Excel, Outlook.
• Strong aptitude for learning software and managing data.
• Demonstrated people and leadership skills, including conflict resolution, problem solving, and performance management.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with staff from diverse disciplines and backgrounds.
• Other duties as assigned

Physical demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop and/or kneel. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds, with assistance if necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Daily - 8:00AM-5:00PM - Monday through Friday