Quality Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

Quality Technician position to oversee various levels of quality inspections which will consist of incoming, in-process, and final inspection. Also, to be part of the problem-solving teams. In addition, this individual will assist in maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS). This will include process auditing, product quality objectives and other activities related to the manufacturing process. The goal of this position is to improve the overall quality of product being manufactured.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Perform receiving inspections on incoming parts and materials to ensure conformance to engineering and quality standards are met.
• Assists in determining root cause for quality problems.
• Issue corrective actions for non-conforming material.
• Audit internal processes for conformance.
• Participate in KPAP activities as needed.
• Perform inspections on during in process, finished goods, and before shipping to ensure procedures work instructions are being followed and the products meet the specified standards.
• Initiate different form of Alerts/Notifications when non-conformances are identified.
• Be able to perform continuous improvement activities, such as Lean Manufacturing, 6S Kaizen events, workplace organization, etc.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed to ensure quality of product.
• Ensure inspection records and reports are completed correctly and up to date in timely manner.
• Questioning the nature of defects while providing future solutions.
• All other duties as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES – Safety

• To help ensure that all our employees go home safely at the end of their working day.

RESPONSIBILITIES – Quality

• To ensure Kelvion’s Standard of Excellence, which includes quality, is incorporated into every product we produce.
• Will adhere to all quality requirements that are inside of the Quality Management system.

RESPONSIBILITIES – Corporate / Site

• Follow all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to Global Code of Business Principles, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Operational Framework

• To be part of & to promote Knoxville Standard of Excellence which incorporates high standard of ethical behavior, to promote a culture of honesty and integrity, and one team culture.

• All employees are expected to follow government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• To ensure Kelvion’s Standard of Excellence, which includes quality, is incorporated into every product we produce.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to Global Code of Business Principles, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Vision and Values, Operational Framework.

REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES)

• Be able to read engineering drawings.
• Be able to perform inspections using common measuring equipment and devices, such as gauges, micrometers, and other measure equipment.
• Exhibit good computer skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint and ability to process numbers quickly to produce charts or other documents.
• Must be able to prepare and maintain controlled documents for the QMS.
• Be able to deal with multiple changes and respond quickly to a fast-paced environment.
• Perform duties in an assertive, hands-on manner, with good attention to detail.
• Good Project/Time Management Skills.
• Exposure to a metal fabrication and welding operation is a plus.
• Must possess good analytical problem-solving skills.
• Exposure to a metal fabrication and welding operation is a plus.
• MUST have a valid driver’s license.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (required levels)

• Must have three to five (3-5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of work experience as a Quality Technician or equivalent in an ISO certified environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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 frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands, arms, and shoulders. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or

balance: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee must regularly hand lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.