NWP Quality Control Lead

Richards Manufacturing Co.; Irvington (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in electrical and gas distribution equipment is seeking a dedicated NWP QC Lead to oversee the Quality Control team. This role is critical in ensuring compliance and quality of products, involving tasks like organizing workloads, conducting inspections, and collaborating with engineering. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and leadership skills, along with a keen attention to detail. Join a company with a rich history of quality and customer service, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product standards and operational efficiency. If you are committed to excellence and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in QA/QC roles required.
• Familiarity with ISO standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Organize workload of the QC team and perform incoming inspections.
• Train and mentor QC personnel while ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering or quality management

Tools

Dynamics 365

Microsoft Windows applications

Job description

Richards Manufacturing Company is a producer of electrical and gas distribution equipment for utility and commercial/industrial markets. For over 70 years Richards has served the industry with quality, dependability, and outstanding customer service. With humble beginnings as a family owned and operated business—originally entering the market as a producer of a single style of underground connector—Richards has evolved to offer a wide selection of products across several product lines . Our offices and manufacturing facilities are located in Irvington, NJ—approximately 14 miles west of New York City.

Job Description

The NWP QC Lead oversees the Quality Control (QC) team, ensuring workloads are effectively distributed, devices are calibrated, and processes align with quality standards.

Location: Onsite, Richards Manufacturing Facility (Irvington, NJ)

Hours: Full time

Reports to: Head of Quality

Key Responsibilities :

Organize the workload of the QC team accordingly.

Perform incoming inspections.

Record inspection results by completing reports.

Perform tests to ensure products meet requirements.

Communicate with Engineering when issues are found during inspections.

Coordinate with Engineering to promptly determine dispositions for rejected products.

Report material rejected on the floor.

Train and mentor QC personnel.

Scrap material in D365 as per disposition by Engineering.

Coordinate sample inspections, assign tasks to the team, and communicate results with Engineering.

Maintain an updated calibration database.

Ensure QC personnel have the necessary supplies to perform their tasks.

Propose and implement continuous improvement initiatives for QC processes.

Qualifications

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required.

An associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality management, or a related field is a plus.

5 years of experience in QA/QC roles.

Minimum Additional Training:

QMS introduction program.

Test Instruments module D365.

Dynamics 365 Quality Order module.

Other Skills

Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Windows applications.

Familiarity with ISO standards is a plus.

Attention to detail, accuracy, and conciseness.

Ability to maintain neat and organized records and files.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Blueprint, 2D, and 3D model reading knowledge.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the quality and compliance of products within the Network Protectors department. Candidates who meet the above qualifications and exhibit a commitment to excellence are encouraged to apply.

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