Quality Associate

Pei Genesis; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 21,958 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

Flex Schedule Options

401(k) plus Company Match

Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

PEI Genesis in South Bend, IN is seeking an Entry Level Quality Associate to support the quality test cell activities from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The role ensures accurate testing, component verification, and thorough quality documentation to meet company and customer requirements.

This position requires no prior connector manufacturing experience, but emphasizes strong communication, basic product knowledge, and meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• No prior connector or manufacturing experience required.
• Strong communication skills; ability to communicate with peers and superiors.
• Product/Process knowledge.
• Ability to fluctuate schedule as deemed by management or workload.
• Strong work ethic including attendance and punctuality.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Continuous flow of the quality test cell activities.
• Ensure quality standards are met per PEI-Genesis requirements.
• Validate and test product-specific requirements and confirm correct components.
• Review BOM and Pick Suggestion customer requirements.
• Complete all quality department documentation and work instructions per the Quality Management System.
• Review and disposition of identified non-conforming material as directed by management.
• Follow administrative procedures/work instructions.
• Maintain up-to-date quality department training.

Skills

Strong communication

Product knowledge

Process knowledge

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Drop indicators

Force gauges

DWV-IR tester

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: PEI-Genesis SB - South Bend, IN 46628Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $15.94 - $18.00 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayJob Category: Distribution - Shipping

Our Quality Department has an opening for a Quality Associate that works Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM. This position supports the continuous flow of quality test cell activities by testing and inspecting products to ensure that PEI-Genesis quality standards and customer-specific requirements are met. The role ensures accurate testing, proper component verification, and thorough completion of quality documentation in accordance with the Quality Management System. Responsibilities may also include reviewing and dispositioning nonconforming material while maintaining compliance with all procedures and ongoing training requirements.

BENEFITS:

• Medical
• Free Dental Insurance*
• Free Vision Insurance *
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Company Paid Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• Flex Schedule Options
• 401(k) plus Company Match
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

*Free dental and vision insurance for employees only. Dependents can be added, but a premium will apply.

QUALIFICATIONS

• No previous connector or manufacturing experience required.
• Strong communication skills; ability to communicate with peers, superiors.
• Product/Process knowledge.
• Ability to fluctuate schedule as deemed necessary by management or as the work load requires.
• Strong work ethics including, but not limited to, attendance and punctuality.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

TECHNICAL AND/OR MANAGERIAL JOB COMPETENCIES – (Specific Job Proficiencies and Skills)

• Ability to understand simple drawings, CAPIs and work instructions(as needed)
• Basic PC experience
• Math skills are a plus.
• Working with various inspection equipment: calipers, drop indicators, force gages, DWV-IR tester, etc.
• Ability for personnel performing acceptance testing of product to meet Near and Color Vision Requirements

ESSENTIAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Continuous flow of the quality test cell activities.
• Ensure the quality standards are met per PEI-Genesis requirements.
• Ensure that customer requirements have been met through validation and testing of the product specific requirements, as well as confirmation of correct and adequate components.
• Awareness and basic understanding of BOM and Pick Suggestion “special” customer requirements.
• Complete all quality department documentation and work instructions per the Quality Management System requirements.
• May be responsible for the review and disposition of identified non-conforming material; based on use of defined workmanship standards, guidelines and direction provided from the Manufacturers, or direction provided by members of Management (based on training level).
• Ensure that all administrative procedures/work instructions are followed completely.
• Ensure that your quality department training is up to date. Recognize the need and request additional and/or continuous training as necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Manual lifting up to 35 lbs. on a regular basis and up to 70 lbs. on occasion (with assistance).
• Repetitive detailed work with hands for 8+ hours of the day.
• Ability to sit or stand for up to 8+ hours.
• Be able to reach overhead with or without the aid of a ladder or step stool.
• Ability to Grip/Grasp at least 8 hours of the day.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Climate controlled
• Well lit
• Chairs and/or mats at work stations
• Some use of approved chemicals

PEI Genesis is an EEO employer/Vets/Disabled.