QA Technician

Lincoln Electric; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric in Euclid, Ohio, is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician to initiate and lead quality improvement activities within the Consumables Division. You will report to the Quality Assurance Supervisor and support production with data-driven quality initiatives.

The role requires rotating 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to Lincoln Electric’s Quality Management System. Prior manufacturing QA experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Gathers, maintains, formats, and manipulates technical data.
• Must have an uncompromising attitude towards quality.
• Must understand and follow Lincoln Electric Quality Management System.
• Rotates through 1st–3rd shifts.
• Strong attendance and safety record.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to engineers and scientists on production and testing.
• Assist with audits, identify non-conforming items and materials.
• Maintain quality metrics and records.
• Train production personnel and support supervision.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality mindset

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Vocational training

High School Diploma/GED

GED with 5+ years experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Protractor

Job description

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Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Location: Euclid - 22801
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Quality Assurance/Control
Pay Range: ($19.05 / hr - $30.05 / hr)
Target Bonus: Variable Profit-share
Req ID:29742

Purpose

Initiate, support, and lead Production Team activities targeting Quality continuous improvement and assurance within the Consumables Division. Reports to Quality Assurance Supervisor.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• The Quality Assurance Technician provides technical support to engineers and scientists in areas
  such as production, operations, maintenance, safety, testing, process improvement or product
  development. In addition:
  • Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles and manipulates technical data using established formulae
    and procedures and performs detailed mathematical calculations.
  • Must have an uncompromising attitude towards quality.
  • Must thoroughly understand, enforce and follow the Lincoln Electric Quality Management Systemas it applies to all daily activities.
  • Encouraged to initiate changes for continuous product and process improvement.
  • Maintain manufacturing quality performance metrics and/or quality records.
  • Assist with the evaluation, proper identification, and disposition of all non-conforming items andmaterials.
  • Be aware of all products, documents, and process changes in your area of responsibility whichaffect quality.
  • Utilize the Quality Management System and appropriate divisional personnel to support or drive Continuous Improvement.
  • Assist in the training and performance feedback of production personnel to productionsupervision.
  • Develop and perform random process and product audits.

Basic Requirements

• Technician II: Vocational Training & 3+ years of related experience or, GED with 5+ years in related field.
• Technician III:Vocational training and 5+ years of experience in a relevant work environment is required; or High School Diploma/GED with 7+ years experience in a relevant work environment.
  • Completes a variety of atypical assignments
  • Works with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused only on complex new assignment
  • Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience
• Ability to work effectively and cross-functionally on the shop floor on a regular basis.
• Demonstrated computer skills in MS Office and Windows operating system.
• Ability to develop and maintain records and to follow projects through to conclusion.
• Basic understanding and knowledge of manufacturing engineering and Quality standards.
• Ability to use measurement and inspection tools such as Calipers, Micrometers, Pins, Gauges, Protractor, and Scale.
• Capable of frequent standing and walking and lifting up to 60 lbs.
• Must have excellent attendance, safety and work record.
• Ability to work rotating shifts. This position works: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift and rotates weekly.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Cleveland
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