Quality Associate

ADP, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Steel & Wire in Mason, MI seeks a Quality Associate to perform quality and process improvement functions under the Quality Manager. This full-time, non-exempt role requires collaborating with manufacturing teams to ensure quality across processes and products.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, be proficient with Excel/Word, understand ISO/PPAP concepts, and be able to travel locally to company facilities as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; higher education preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing and quality processes preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word, Internet and database apps.
• Valid Michigan driver license and ability to be covered on company auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Execute quality control processes company-wide under management.
• Coordinate PPAPs (Production Part Approval Process).
• Assist with ISO processes, documentation, audits, and certifications.
• Support data gathering on quality issues and material handling.
• Lead continuous improvement projects across processes.
• Develop and evaluate data on production processes.
• Provide quality training and assessments with manufacturing teams.
• Assist with inventory disposition for non-conforming material.
• Travel to company facilities as needed to perform duties.
• Lead quality issues as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Higher education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Internet applications

Database applications

Job description

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Quality Associate

Full Time Mason, MI, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1060

Department: Quality

Reports To: Quality Manager

Classification: Non-exempt (Hourly)

Monday - Friday 8am-5pm

Job Summary:

Responsible for performing quality and process improvement functions and executing department projects, under the direction of the Quality Manager.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Execute quality control processes company-wide, under the direction of management.
• Responsible for all gage tools including processes, tracking, calibration, training, procurement, records, annual, initial set-up, and Plex.
• Coordinate and perform PPAPs (Production Part Approval Process).
• Assist with all preparations for ISO (International Standards Organization) processes, documentation, audits, and certifications.
• Assist with quality related work requests and gathering of data pertaining to quality issues, including physical handling of material
• Handle continuous improvement projects related to all processes (physical, written, Plex).
• Develop, collect and evaluate data on production processes for all aspects of production.
• Works with manufacturing team members on all shifts, as needed, to conduct quality-related training and assessments.
• Provide support of inventory disposition for non-conforming material and ensuring tagged accordingly.
• Assist with the maintenance of the Quality Control Hold Area, including occasional material movement with fork truck and overhead crane.
• Complete customer survey requests.
• Verify & update heat specifications changes in Plex.
• Responsible for traveling to all company facilities, when necessary, in order to effectively execute job functions; works full shifts at various company facilities, based on business need.
• Assist with managing problem logs, in addition to leading carrier claims.
• Lead quality issues as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required; higher education preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing and quality processes strongly preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word, Internet applications, and database applications strongly preferred.
• Valid Michigan driver license and ability to be covered on company auto insurance (based on driving record)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures
• Ability to read and follow written instructions
• Ability to perform basic math functions for gage tool use and performance/understanding of quality checks

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Physical activity such as bending, reaching, twisting, sitting, computer work/keyboarding
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Exposure to machinery and loud noises
• Extensive local travel and occasional regional travel required for company business.

Authority:

All employees at this facility have responsibility and authority to note areas of product or customer issues and bring it to management’s attention.

Employee Acknowledgement

I acknowledge that I have reviewed this job description and I understand and can perform the essential functions and other requirements of the position, with or without accommodation. I agree that if there is anything in the job description that I do not understand, I will seek clarification from my supervisor or Human Resources. I understand that Capital Steel & Wire has the right to revise this job description at any time. I acknowledge that Capital Steel & Wire is an at-will employer which means that either I or the company can terminate the relationship at any time. This job description does not supersede the at-will status and does not constitute an employment contract for any specified period of time.