Quality Control Technician

Cemen Tech • Indianola, IA • 2w ago

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Quality Technician will contribute to the Quality Management System (QMS) by providing production support to identify and resolve quality issues within the production operation. Ensure that the product meets customer’s requirements (both internal and external) at each stage of the manufacturing process, carrying out relevant testing, documentation, and where necessary, facilitate corrective action to rectify non-conformance issues. Report quality issues data, ensuring the QMS is adhered to at all stages.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

More specifically, this person will:

Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of components, subassemblies, and finished equipment to verify conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
Investigate quality issues to identify root cause and facilitate appropriate corrective action activities through multiple departments.
Use measurement tools (e.g., tape measure, calipers, micrometers, instrumentation) to inspect dimensional and functional characteristics.
Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and work instructions to determine inspection requirements and acceptance criteria.
Accurately document inspection results, nonconformances, and test data in quality records, ERP, and QMS systems.
Identify, document, and initiate nonconforming material reports (NCRs) and support root cause and corrective action activities.
Support production and assembly teams by providing real-time quality feedback and assisting with problem resolution.
Conduct first article inspections and validation of new or revised processes, parts, or equipment.
Assist with supplier quality activities, including incoming inspection, supplier issue documentation, and communication of quality concerns.
Maintain and verify calibration status of inspection tools and gages per established procedures.
Follow and support compliance with internal quality procedures and safety requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to analyze and interpret technical information.
Basic understanding of precision measurement tools.
Proven ability to clearly communicate to all levels of the organization.

EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS

Quality inspection experience preferred.
Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point is required.
Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatic, and electrical systems preferred.

CORE VALUES – Listed in bold below are Cemen Tech’s six Core Values including an example of each Core Value.

Positive Mindset - We know our attitude affects our performance.
Ingenuity – Better, Faster, Easier.
Accountable - We accept responsibility for our actions.
Do the Right Thing - We will stay productive and be contributors.
Engaged - Listening to understand...acting to accomplish.
Safety - We will reinforce safe habits by our own actions.

COMPETENCIES

To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens, and receives clarification, respond to questions.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 position, the employee:

Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
Must be able to regularly stand and walk.
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Must be able to work up to 15 feet off the ground, to work inside of bins on units, to climb ladders on occasion.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Cemen Tech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Cemen Tech, Inc.

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