Quality Technician

About this position

Super Steel, located in Mequon, WI, is an ISO-9001:2015 certified, industry-leading, Tier one, full-service serial production supply partner to global blue-chip Original Equipment Manufacturers. As a trusted strategic partner, we specialize in the production of complex weldments and turn-key finished products that meet precise quality standards. Our unparalleled fullservice metal fabrication and supply solutions reduce our Fortune 500 customers’ overall spend by exceeding their reliability, strength, and performance expectations. We offer a diverse range of supply options, including rapid response cut, form, and machining support, as well as full-service in-house contract metal fabrication, machining, coating, and assembly solutions. These services are well-suited for products that require a high level of manufacturing repeatability and accuracy.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under general supervision, the Quality Technician is responsible for a variety of quality tests and inspections (e.g. dimensional, weld, paint, appearance, assembly, etc.) on products, materials, components, parts, etc. at various stages of the production process to ensure compliance with quality and reliability standards as well as product specifications, and implementing effective quantitative methods to inspect, test, evaluate, and communicate internally and externally that products and services provided meet customer quality standards and comply with ISO 9001:2015 requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Responsible for a variety of quality tests and inspections on products, materials, components, parts, etc. at various stages of the production process to ensure compliance with quality and reliability standards as well as product specifications.
• Measuring parts from laser, brake press and after welded assembly.
• Measuring paint thickness and verifying appearance.
• Visual weld inspections.
• Completing dimensional inspections, layouts and first article inspections.
• Records, analyzes and interprets data, communicates test results, performs statistical analysis when needed.
• Assists in the inspection and verification of implemented quality improvements.
• Completes and maintains all necessary and associated paperwork.
• Provides technical assistance and training in quality techniques and policies.
• Identifies and supports troubleshooting production problems related to parts and/or assemblies.
• Understands or willing to learn requirements according to ISO standards.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Adheres to all Super Steel and OSHA safety related work rules and procedures.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

• High school diploma or general education (GED).
• Ability to handle multiple assignments while prioritizing workflow.
• A self-motivated, detail-oriented and a critical thinker.
• Ability to work well individually or in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to use basic hand tools (e.g. calipers, height gage, tape, squares, straight edge, thread gages, bore gages).
• Ability to complete technical reports of results and issues.
• Apply general mathematics concepts to practical situations, including interpreting measurements and using measuring devices and power tools.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement:As part of your benefits package at Super Steel LLC, you will be eligible for an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). The monthly pre-tax reimbursement amount is determined by your age, while your spouse will receive $272, and each child will receive $135. This arrangement allows you to choose a health insurance plan that best fits your needs and provides support for qualifying medical expenses not covered by your selected insurance. This flexibility empowers you to make informed decisions about your health care with the financial backing of the company.Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Vision and Dental Insurance by Delta Dental.Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Short Term Disability, ADD&D, and Life Insurance.Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): You will have the option to participate in a flexible spending account for health expenses.Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Paid Holidays: You will receive 9 paid holidays each year, effective the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: You will be eligible to participate in our 401(k) plan starting on the 1st of the month after 90 days of employment.
• PTO

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; occasionally required to sit and talk; frequently required to hear, walk, and continuously stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Continuously exposed to manufacturing noise.

Protective Clothing Requirement:

Employee Safety is paramount at Super Steel. This position requires safety glasses and steel-toed shoes or boots and (where required) hearing protection always worn while on the factory floor. Occasionally, the need may arise for other protective clothing that Super Steel will provide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodation will be made to essential functions of the job if necessary.