Quality Assurance Technician

Atkore International; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader is seeking a dedicated Quality Inspector to uphold safety and quality standards in production. In this role, you will ensure compliance with customer specifications and assist in maintaining operational excellence. Your expertise in quality inspection and measurement will be crucial in preventing non-conformances and supporting production teams. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and award-winning company that values teamwork and integrity. If you are passionate about quality assurance and eager to contribute to a positive work environment, we invite you to apply and make a difference in our team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in quality inspections and measurement.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and SPC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety rules and quality standards.
• Measure and inspect production quality and document findings.

Skills

Quality inspection

Measurement skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Mathematics

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree

Tools

AS400

JD Edwards

Tape measure

Calipers

Micrometer

Digital protractor

Job description

What you’ll do:

• Adherence to Atkore Safety / Life Saving Rules is paramount.
• Knowledge of 5S, lean sustainment and problem solving.
• Measure, Inspect & document 1st piece and ongoing production quality.
• Prevent non-conformances from escaping by exercising proper containment activities.
• Ensure adequate labelling of finished goods as well as properly identifying suspect, rework, or defective product.
• Ensure customer packaging requirements are met.
• All duties as instructed by supervision.

What You’ll bring:

• High school diploma required. Degree or technical degree preferred.
• 3+ years work-related experience in quality inspections, measurement and spec/print reading required.
• General understanding of SPC (Statistical Process Control) is a PLUS.
• Working knowledge of AS400, and/or JD Edwards a plus.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Quality inspection & measurement experience.
• Ability to read customer specs/prints and distinguish acceptance criteria.
• Ability to operate and read various measuring devices:
• Tape measure
• Calipers
• Micrometer
• Digital protractor
• Good understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensions & Tolerancing).
• Strong math skills, convert decimals to fractions and vice versa, convert metric to standard, understand basic geometry and algebra for product design.
• Safety action orientated.
• Must possess an outgoing positive attitude, be a team player and illustrate a strong work ethic.
• All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Excellence.

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Complete your Atkore immersion program.
• Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore’s strategy.
• Gain an understanding of your team.
• Gain an understanding of the training materials and procedures your team owns.

Within 6 months, you’ll:

• Identify ways to strengthen the team’s commitment to Atkore.
• Be planning, organizing, and supporting QA Programs.
• Achieve operational excellence, provide superior support to production, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Who we are:

Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.