Quality Group Leader

Quality Group Leader

Since 1961, Precoat Metals has been setting the standards in the coil coatings industry worldwide. We are committed to this level of quality in both our product line and customer service, and focus our resources on investigating and implementing new coil coating technologies, developing unique coatings, ink and film systems, and designing multifaceted prints while reducing the cycle time to market. We are able to achieve this "culture of excellence" thru the hard work and talent of the people on our team.

Job Description

The Quality Group Leader will provide support to the Quality Manager. This role will include insuring product quality by providing proper standards and physical test requirements to production, customer communication and follow up, routine clerical duties and furnishing reports. This position is in an industrial setting. You will be required to be "on the floor" and around equipment for the majority of your shift.

Essential Job Functions:

• Responsible for verifications and calibrations of scales, measuring and testing equipment
• Responsible for training on multiple jobs and functions of the wet section and QC lab
• Fills in as an operator or inspector as needed
• Supports employees with direction and troubleshooting of work functions
• Maintains clean and organized work area according to 5S standards

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Paint:

• Work with Paint Suppliers to manage Standards & TDS'S entry in AS400
• Complete Draw-downs upon request
• Manage Non-Conformance paint process
• Ensure copies of TDS's are filed for plant reference

Verifications:

• Manage Verifications and Calibrations of all coating line testing equipment
• Manage Verifications and Calibrations of all scales and measuring equipment

Wet Section:

• Manage Wet Section chemical inventory
• Manage Wet Section maintenance
• Work with Henkel during visits, own findings in the Henkel Scorecard
• Audit Wet Section conditions while line is running

Other:

• Organize and maintain mill samples and retains
• Cut and ship customer requested samples
• Audit physical testing on coating line
• Disposition coils in AS400 when needed
• Performs monthly and quarterly proficiency testing
• Fills in w/in Quality Department as needed
• Assist Quality Manager with customer communication
• Assist Quality Manager with maintaining controlled documents

Critical Demands:

• Repetitive use of hands to press buttons and operate line controls
• Climb stairs to reach line controls when necessary
• Occasional twisting of the neck and trunk
• Sufficient physical movement in order to safely operate complex, high speed equipment
• Squat, kneel or stoop frequently to perform job duties
• Reach or extend forward for long periods of time to perform job duties
• Ability to read and comprehend written materials such as schedules, SOPs, work rules, etc
• Ability to comprehend and follow oral instructions
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Walk or stand for extended periods of time
• Stamina to work in extreme temperatures
• Ascend and descend stairs to reach work areas
• Dexterity to operate computers in order to enter or retrieve information

Tools and Equipment Used:

• Tachometers
• Micrometers
• Calculators
• Calibrated tape measure
• Hand operated drum trucks
• Various small hand tools
• Shears and knives
• Personal protective equipment
• Computer terminal
• And any other equipment used in the performance of any job qualified for

Work Environment:

• Seasonal temperature extremes, including temperatures over 90 degrees
• Some work areas located on 2nd or 3rd floor
• Concrete or asphalt floors
• Exposure to high levels of noise
• Exposure to dust
• Periodic exposure to fumes from paints and chemicals used in coating processes
• Use of respirator required while performing some job functions

Qualifications

As the selected candidate you will have a Minimum of a High School diploma and one to three years of experience in a clerical or administrative position at a manufacturing facility. Typing 45 wpm and good business writing, editing & proofreading skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Organization skills and ability to start and complete tasks on a deadline with little supervision. Ability to interact with all employees, customers, vendors and other contacts in a positive, business-like manner. Knowledgeable in running the wet section and quality processes, familiar with SOPs and work instructions for both areas. High school level reading and writing, visual acuity to read labels, meters, gauges, documents and instructions. 2 or more years work experience in an industrial or warehouse environment. Ability to safely operate small manual and electric hand tools. Available to work up to 12 hours per day on rotating shifts, that could include weekends and holidays. Regular and on-time attendance.

Additional Information

Starting Pay @ $28.09

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Precoat Metals is a Drug Free Workplace.