Manufacturing QA Specialist: Process & CTQ Focus

Dayton-Phoenix Group; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton-Phoenix Group, Inc. in Dayton, OH, is seeking a quality technician to develop routine instructions, solve problems to prevent recurrences, and train operators on measuring equipment.

You will perform inspections at receiving, in-process and final assembly, review nonconforming materials, and participate in corrective actions. Strong communication and MS Office skills are essential; ASQ is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Mechanical or Industrial Technology preferred.
• Prior manufacturing quality experience required.
• ASQ certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily product inspection and tests at receiving.
• In-process and final assembly operations using various measuring tools and equipment.
• Reviews nonconforming materials and maintains records of these activities.
• Initiate, monitor and participate in corrective action projects.
• Perform warranty analysis investigations.
• Co-prepares summary reports for customers and company records.
• Perform internal quality systems audits as needed.
• Responsible to perform and interpret process capability studies, gage repeatability / reproducibility studies, supplier audits and source inspections according to established procedures.
• Responsible to evaluate processes in area of responsibility and define CTQ features as related to the production process and historical performance.
• Implement shop floor level processes to collect and evaluate CTQ, FPY, RTY data.
• Responsible to implement manufacturing quality metrics for shop floor processes.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

MS Office

Deadline-driven

Independent work

QT9

Gage R&R

CTQ analysis

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

ASQ certification preferred

Tools

QT9

Job description

Summary:

Responsible for developing routine instructions, perform product/process problem solving to eliminate root causes and prevent recurrences on nonconformance, and train operators in proper use of measuring and test equipment procedures

Job Functions:

• Performs daily product inspection and tests at receiving
• In-process and final assembly operations using various measuring tools and equipment
• Reviews nonconforming materials and maintains records of these activities
• Initiate, monitor and participate in corrective action projects
• Perform warranty analysis investigations
• Co-prepares summary reports for customers and company records
• Perform internal quality systems audits as needed
• Responsible to perform and interpret process capability studies, gage repeatability / reproducibility studies, supplier audits and source inspections according to established procedures
• Responsible to evaluate processes in area of responsibility and define Critical to Quality (CTQ) features as related to the production process and historical performance
• Implement shop floor level processes to collect and evaluate CTQ, FPY, RTY data
• Responsible to implement manufacturing quality metrics for shop floor processes
• Technicians primarily support departments 20, 22, 25, 29 and 31 but could have coverage responsibilities in other departments
• Applicants with experience in departments named above are preferred however, this is not a requirement for the position
• This position will be responsible for developing product acceptance criteria in assigned areas.

Specifications Required:

• Knowledge of one or more manufacturing processes: assembly, HVAC, stamping, welding, brazing and metal fabrication and machining
• Ability to demonstrate professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related info. to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Ability to work with deadlines and in stressful situations
• Knowledge of MS Office software (Word, Excel, and Access/ Sequel Server), QT9
• Applicant should be comfortable working independently and managing, prioritizing and adjusting priorities to support the business.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associates degree in Mechanical or Industrial Technology/ Engineering preferred
• Prior manufacturing quality experience required
• ASQ certification is preferred

Disclaimer:

Please note whether you can perform the functions of this job with or without accommodations. This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Personal Protective Equipment Required (when on the factory floor):

• Eye protection (ANSI approved safety glasses)
• Steel-toe shoes
• Hearing (ear) protection (occasionally)

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 job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear, and taste or smell and use hands to touch, handle, or feel
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Job duties must be performed onsite.
• Overtime is required when department(s) supported are working overtime.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Dayton-Phoenix Group, Inc. (DPG) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, DPG complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.