QC Technician-1st Shift

NPAA; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bonus potential

Recognition programs

Job summary

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. (NPAA) is seeking a Manufacturing QC Technician to join its in-house testing team in Cleveland, OH.

The role involves in-process visual and physical properties testing, ensuring product conformance, and communicating discrepancies to improve processes. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma and at least 6 months of manufacturing or lab experience, with preference for automotive familiarity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 6 months of experience in manufacturing or lab setting; automotive experience preferred.
• Experience with ISO/TS quality systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conducts in-process visual and physical properties testing to determine product conformance (in spec).
• Identifies “out-of-spec” material and communicates discrepancies for corrective action.
• Operates testing equipment by following operating instructions as required.
• Performs preparation and spray application of testing panels and collects data.
• Ensures QC equipment calibrations, verification and maintenance meet ISO/TS requirements.
• Conducts sample tests as specified by customer and communicates discrepancies to team lead or QC supervisor.
• Adheres to safety, health and environmental procedures.
• Relieves other technicians as needed.
• Operates simple laboratory testing equipment.
• Ability to work independently.

Skills

Quality control testing

Testing equipment operation

ISO/TS compliance

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. (NPAA) offers employees a generous earned bonus structure including monthly hourly attendance bonuses, merit increases and a annual bonus incentive plan. Employees receive 11 paid holidays per year, earn paid time off, can enroll in comprehensive health and welfare plans and a 401K plan with an exceptional company match. We provide employee recognition programs, tuition reimbursement and much more. When you join our team, you are part of our NPAA family. We hold several events throughout the year for our employees to show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication. Come join a great team!

• Conducts in-process visual and physical properties testing to determine product conformance (in spec)
• Identifies “out-of-spec” material as defined in the ISO/TS system. Communicated discrepancies initiating appropriate inter-departmental corrective action forms
• Operates testing equipment by following operating instructions as required
• Responsible for the preparation and spray application of testing panels. Collects data from subordinates
• Ensures that QC equipment calibrations, verification and maintenance meets ISO/TS requirements.
• Conducts sample tests as specified by customer. Communicates discrepancies to team leader, QC supervisor or QC Manager
• Utilize prudent practices and appropriate safety, health, and environmental procedures as required
• Relieves other technicians as needed
• Operates simple laboratory testing equipment
• Ability to work independently

Qualifications

High School Diploma

Experience

6 months of experience in manufacturing or in lab setting. Industrial or automotive experience preferred.

What are the benefits of joining NPAA?

NPAA values their employees and offers a well-rounded, comprehensive package and programs such as:

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans for you and your family
• 401(k) plan with an exceptional company match
• Disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• A well- balanced Paid Time Off Program
• Paid Holidays
• Bonus Potentials
• Employee Recognition Programs

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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