Quality Assurance Lab Technician

HellermannTyton; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking a Quality Assurance Lab Technician to ensure product quality through inspections and testing. This role involves working in both lab and production environments, requiring strong problem-solving and communication skills. Candidates should have a high school diploma and be able to lift up to 50 lbs, with prior lab experience preferred. Overtime may be required, including weekends, to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• 1 year prior lab experience preferred.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Good vision and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform 1st Piece Inspection of manufactured product.
• Enter and edit SPC data in the SPC computer file.
• Verify Material Certification and Approve raw material.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mic and caliper knowledge

Job description

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Quality Lab Supervisor, with guidance from the Quality Lab Tech Lead, the Quality Assurance Lab Technician is responsible for the completion of testing and inspection, dimensional analysis, and support of other departments within HellermannTyton. This position requires the Technician be able to complete product/process inspections in a product environment as well as a lab environment while managing files and software. Overtime will be required, including some weekend hours. This position will also maintain HellermannTyton's TS16949/ISO14001/EMS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.

Essential Functions:

• Understand Customer Expectations as they relate to Product Quality
• Thrive in and help support a Team Atmosphere
• Help support the HellermannTyton Team by mentoring Operators regarding Quality of Product
• Perform 1st Piece Inspection of manufactured product
• Perform in-process inspection of manufactured product
• Perform Product specific tests including but not limited to tensile
• Perform moisture analysis on manufactured product as well as incoming
• Verify Material Certification and Approve raw material
• Enter and edit SPC data in the SPC computer file
• File all QA records and samples (obsolete and current).
• Use incoming color chip samples to verify colorant in receiving
• Handle non-conforming material isolation and documentation
• Perform a dimensional layout referencing the HellermannTyton drawing
• Use SPC software
• Record all inspection and test data.
• Weigh parts.
• Use control plans.
• PPAP and PPC testing.
• Assist in maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and Environmental certification by supporting: Corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.

Other Functions

• Become a "Go To" person for production personnel regarding Quality of Product
• Determine "Clean Point" when a nonconformance is found
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to use basic hand measuring tools
• Have basic math skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally
• Basic computer skills a plus
• Injection Molding knowledge a plus

Qualifications (skills, knowledge, experience)

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year prior lab experience preferred
• Good math and communication skills.
• Good vision.
• Mic and caliper knowledge preferred.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Bend over in order to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• All employees entering the Manufacturing area and other identified locations must wear the designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for their position.
• Wearing your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a condition of employment.
• Ability to work daily and weekend overtime to meet the needs of the department and customers.

By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.

HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.