Quality Technician I

POSITION SUMMARY

Support customer quality requirements, gather customer claims information, perform internal audits, product quality inspection, monitor and maintain calibration system. Provide backup to the Quality Supervisor in maintenance of IDENTCO management systems documentation. Support the Quality Supervisor and quality department objectives.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Conduct various inspections and tests on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods to ensure they meet specifications. (PPAP’s, FAI)
• Maintain detailed records of all inspections, tests, and any quality-related issues.
• Collaborate and report quality findings to relevant teams and management, highlighting any deviations from standards.
• Participate in root cause analysis and contribute to finding solutions to quality problems.
• Suggest and implement improvements to production processes to enhance quality.
• Maintain calibration equipment records used in the quality control process and validate inspection controls
• Training other employees on quality procedures and best practices.

Authority

• Correct and stop any dangerous activity that may cause damage to the product, process, personnel and / or environment.

Position Qualifications

• Experience in using measuring tools, testing equipment, and interpreting technical drawing
• A keen eye for identifying even minor defects or deviations from standards.
• Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions.
• Effective communication skills to clearly convey quality findings and collaborate with others.
• Ability to accurately record and document all quality-related information.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.

Competencies Required

• Problem Solving
• Technical Skills for continuous Improvement (APQP, FMEA, PPAP, MSA, and SPC)
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Documentation
• Quality and Environmental Management system awareness

IDENTCO Employee Traits

• Driven to succeed - Burning desire to win.
• Perseverance - Never gives up and refuses to lose.
• Intelligent - Ability to learn quickly, internalize and retain.
• Resourceful and Creative - Ability to analyze problems/issues from various angles.
• Organized and Ability to Multi-Task - Ability to make sense out of chaos.

Skills & Abilities

• Education: Associate degree in a technical field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience: Press and Die - cut manufacturing environment a plus, ISO 9001
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, ERP system
• Certifications & Licenses: Internal Auditor, Six Sigma, Lean

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Location

Location: Ingleside, IL

Pay

Pay: $20.19-$22.12/HR BOE

About Surestaff

At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast.

Benefits

Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:

• Access to a wide range of job opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support

Equal Opportunity Statement

Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.

Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions

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AI Tools and Decision Making

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