Quality - Quality Technician (3rd Shift)

Quality - Quality Technician (3rd Shift) Nifco - Canal Winchester, 8015 Dove Pkwy, Canal Winchester, Ohio, United States of America Job Description Posted Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:00 AM Join our growing Team at NIFCO, where our company’s most valuable asset is our employees! NIFCO America is a leading global supplier of functional plastic parts for the automotive industry. NIFCO offers competitive pay, top notch health benefits with low premiums/deductibles, eleven paid holidays, referral bonus, 401K program plus much more... We have a lot of opportunity for growth at NIFCO! Job Summary: Responsible for handling the day to day production, floor quality functions as well as assisting a Quality/Process/Manufacturing Engineer with any specific requests/concerns. They will also be required to create and update the necessary quality documents. Essential Functions Level I: Perform product quality inspection utilizing quality standards, fixtures or gauges Communicate internally/provide feedback to Line Associates, Team Leaders, Unit Managers, Quality, Process, Manufacturing, and Engineers to help determine root cause and improve process performance Label and/or Re-pack containers Transfer inventory both physically and in Oracle Initiate containment activity Ability to open, maintain and close NCR’s (Non-Conforming Reports) Ability to understand and interpret variable & attribute data using statistical quality methods (graphs, charts, diagrams) Report internal non-conformances on a daily and monthly basis Ability to interpret Flow Diagram, PFMEA’s, Control Plans, PQS’s, & KQCP and recognize areas requiring attention Ability to monitor previously set up sorts based on already developed sort criteria and verifies sort effectiveness All other duties assigned Level II: All Essential Functions of Level I plus: Create and update quality inspection standards, Quality alerts, Limit Samples based on information found internally or provided by Engineer Ability to make judgment calls to determine OK or NG parts Ability to train operators to specific inspection standards that have developed Ability to understand and complete a 5 Why Analysis in order to determine root cause and countermeasure of any quality issue which will improve part and process performance Ability to create, understand, and interpret variable & attribute data in the form of graphs & charts to visually and verbally communicate the part of process results Update quality standards to include parameters to be monitored Ability to update Flow Diagrams, PFMEA’s, Control Plans, PQS’s, KQCP’s based on process changes/updates as required Set-up and perform process and/or part audits Perform Dock Audits of outgoing product Verify Material Certification of Compliance (COA) to meet spec Initiate Quality Reports (QR’s) to suppliers and communicate with the Suppliers designated contact Obtain RMA from supplier and process vendor debits Assist in meeting KPI targets and identify opportunities for KPI improvements Perform internal and supplier counter measure verification as required Create any additional reports and execute assigned tasks as required in a time effective manne Education An Associate’s degree in a technical related field or equivalent on the job experience Skills/Experience Level I: 0 – 2 years prior experience in Quality, preferably in an automotive setting Proficient in math disciplines to solve mathematical equations use in applied statistics Ability to interpret data, charts, and graphs Proficient in the use of computer software packages, access databases, spreadsheets and word processing Ability to work as part of a teams Excellent verbal and written communication skills Familiar with the IATF16949 & ISO14001 standards Behave in a positive manner that enhances the success of the company Level II: All Experience/Skills/Requirements of Level I plus: 2+ year’s prior experience in Quality, preferably in an automotive setting Basic understanding of Injection Molding and Nifco’s assembly process Ability to handle multiple tasks with little supervision Decision making skills required to judge part quality Some travel may be required Physical/Ergonomic Requirements Able to lift boxes up to 20 pounds Able to work on foot for extended hours Nifco has a long-standing policy of non-discrimination in employment. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully #J-18808-Ljbffr NIFCO