Quality Technician
Reno, NV
Position Overview:
We are seeking a reliable, motivated, and hardworking Quality Technician to join our team. Under general supervision, the candidate supports the overall quality activities to ensure that the quality of the products are consistent with established standards by performing the following duties:
- Define troubleshoot and assist in the resolution of daily production quality problems
- Maintain manufacturing “quality” performance metrics and present reports to the management team
- Assist with the proper identification and disposition of all non-conforming items
- Track all significant product, document, and process changes which affect quality
- Creates and performs incoming inspection of critical production material
- Quarantines discrepant material when defects are detected
- Screens inventory to locate all instances of reported defects
- Performs statistical analysis of collected data to focus quality improvement efforts
- Performs physical and transactional movements of discrepant materials
- Provides internal audit support
- Ensure that all inspection/manufacturing/test equipment in use is properly calibrated
- Advise team leader and/or manager of concerns, problems and progress of work in a timely manner
- Demonstrate a sound balance between quality and quantity of work while maintaining a sense of urgency toward completion
Qualified candidates should demonstrate an exemplary work ethic and possess:
- 2 years (minimum) in a structured manufacturing environment
- Associate degree in electrical or mechanical engineering preferred
- Ability to use and read measuring equipment (i.e. calipers) within .001”
- Interpersonal skills to relate to all levels of personnel in the organization
- Must have strong math skills
- Knowledge of documentation control
- Prior experience with ISO 9001 certification preferred
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word and Excel) is required
- Excellent organizational skills to handle a constantly changing set of priorities with minimal supervision
- Must be physically able to push, pull, bend, stoop, climb, reach and stand/walk on concrete floors for long periods of time
- Must be physically able frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Uncompromising attitude toward safety, customer service and quality
- Must be mechanically inclined with ability to read and understand prints
Lincoln Electric Cutting Systems (Torchmate and Vernon Tool) is the world's leading manufacturer of low cost CNC solutions and have been manufacturing cutting machines for over 30 years. We offer solutions from small home machines to large capacity industrial machines.
The Lincoln Electric Company is a $2.9B publicly traded company (NASDAQ) with over 10,000 employees around the world. Our expertise in the design, development and manufacture of welding and cutting products, systems and solutions allows businesses and individuals to focus on their passions, while we focus on the arc. With operations in over 40 manufacturing locations in 19 countries, we are well positioned to continue this partnership and poised to grow with our customers.
As a part of that continuing legacy, you will contribute to a new generation of innovation and experience the pride that comes with being part of the solution to the world’s challenges. It is a great time to be part of the welding industry! Are you ready?
Comprehensive and competitive compensation plus performance-based bonus opportunity and benefits that include: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k savings, and more. Tobacco and Drug Free Workplace. The Harris Products Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Visit www.harrisproductsgroup.com to learn more.