Quality Assurance Technician

Carfair; Town of Gillett (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

401k with match

Job summary

Carfair Composites is seeking a QA Technician to support quality processes for fiberglass parts. You will audit, inspect, and test to ensure products meet stringent specifications before customer shipment.

Responsibilities include following the Quality System, performing process audits, quarantining non-conforming material, and assisting with calibration and documentation for ISO certification. Starting wage is $22.35/hr.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of measuring equipment and processes used in quality assurance.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word/Excel) and basic computer tasks.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to identify and solve problems and perform root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Audit and inspect fiberglass parts to ensure they meet specifications.
• Support ISO quality system documentation and audits.
• Quarantine non-conforming material and propose improvements.
• Perform process verification and final product checks before shipping.
• Maintain calibration of fixtures and gauges as required.
• Follow ISO 9001 procedures and document work instructions.
• Assist in reducing defects and non-value-added activities.

Skills

Measuring tools

MS Office

Communication

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

Self-motivated

Diversity minded

Teamwork

Safety & PPE

Blueprint reading

Quality experience

Education

High school diploma

ASQ CQT

Tools

None

Job description

CARFAIR – QA TECHNICIAN (STARTING $22.35/hr)

Carfair Composites is a leader in fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) design and composites technology and has dedicated team members located in facilities between Winnipeg, MB (Canada), St. Cloud, MN (USA), and Anniston, AL (USA), Wausaukee, WI (USA) and Gillett, WI (USA).

The Quality Assurance Technician will be responsible for supporting the verification of quality processes and procedures of fiberglass parts through auditing, inspecting and testing to ensure parts meet specifications and quality standards before being sent to the customer.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Understand the Quality system and follow documented processes and procedures.
• Perform inspection of final product prior to shipping to the customer
• Propose product or process improvements that will minimize quality defects, both internal and External
• Perform final product verification per product and process
• Provide support and documentation required to maintain ISO certification; authority to disposition production material
• Ensures that all Documented Work Instructions are followed and have been implemented as they apply to our Quality System by conducting Process Audits
• Identify and quarantine non-conforming material
• Review department systems to improve processes and procedures; eliminate non-value added activities.
• Ensure that the finish on all parts is cosmetically acceptable to standards i.e. Automotive, Paint, or Industrial.
• Fixture Calibration (Including but not limited to dimensional checks of parts or fixtures, maintenance of fixtures, maintain Gage Recall, review calibration schedules and status)
• Follow correct procedures in regard to ISO 9001 Standards.
• Perform other related and non-related duties as assigned through on-the-job training

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Knowledge of relevant measuring equipment as applicable to the product
• Computer literacy – basic typing / e-mail, Word, Excel.
• Communication: Communicates effectively with others both orally and in writing
• Problem Solving: Finds a solution or deals proactively with work related problems
• Uses knowledge of root cause of quality issues that arise to help eliminate defect & uses proper procedure to fix defect.
• Self-Motivated: Internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability
• Diversity Oriented: Works effectively in a diverse workforce
• Ability to work in harmony with others.
• Uses safety guidelines & proper PPE to protect self and reminds others of importance.
• High school completion or the equivalent
• ASQ CQT (Certified Quality Technician) certification preferred
• Blueprint reading and understanding is essential
• 1+ years Quality experience desired

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• We offer competitive wages with potential increases at 6 months, 12 months and annually thereafter.
• Day 1 benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability programs.
• Day 1 401k eligibility with 100% vesting of employer match!
• The ability to advance your career with a growing company.
• Employee development through a variety of training initiatives.
• We enjoy numerous employee events throughout the year.

OUR WHY:

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable.

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