Quality Assurance Technician 2

Acumed-ffe1f67; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Acumed LLC is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician II for the second shift (Mon-Thu, 3:30pm–1:30am) to inspect materials and products against drawings and specifications. The role includes pilot run, first article inspections, and quality audits to ensure conformance.

You will train others in inspection techniques, support process validation, and help implement improvements using standard problem-solving methods. Proficiency with GD&T and measurement tools is required.

Qualifications

• Must have GD&T reading proficiency and experience with inspection methods.
• Proven ability to conduct First Article Inspections and pilot run inspections.
• Experience with SAP or similar manufacturing data systems is a plus.
• Ability to read drawings and perform final acceptance activities.

Responsibilities

• Tests, inspects, or measures products, materials, and processes to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Performs pilot run inspection and first article inspections.
• Audits in-process records and final documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Creates Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCMRs) and Quality Notifications (QNs) as needed.
• Trains new hires on inspection techniques and the correct use of gauges.

Skills

GD&T reading

Quality inspection

Statistical Process Control

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ASQ Certification (CQT/CQI)

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Optical comparators

Gage pins

Job description

Acumed LLCAs a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.Job ScopeThe Quality Assurance Technician 2 (QAT) inspects material, products, or processes, purchased or manufactured, to the required drawing or print specification, inspection plan or another controlling document. Responsibilities include performing in-depth inspection of pilot run product and completing First Article Inspections. Makes recommendations to improve systems and processes, inspection methods and inspection standards to ensure all products meet requirements. The QAT trains other employees in inspections techniques and best practices.Shift: Second Shift, Monday - Thursday 3:30pm - 1:30amResponsibilitiesTests, inspects, or measures products, materials, and/or processes to evaluate conformance with specifications.Performs pilot run inspection and first article dimensional and documentation inspections.Conducts Quality Assurance/Quality Control activities including investigating non-conforming product/material.Supports the development and execution of process validation by testing processes and making recommendations for improvement.Supports the development and implementation of inspection plans; makes recommendations for improving inspection plans based on input from Quality Assurance Inspectors.Audits in-process records, receiving inspection documentation, final inspection documentation, and other quality or manufacturing data for accuracy and completeness.Evaluates inspection processes for improvement using standard problem solving and improvement techniques (i.e. redundant inspections, improved techniques and instructions) and makes recommendations to Quality.Actively participates in Manufacturing Cell teams as a Quality representative by addressing quality-related issues per documented processes.Accurately enters information into manufacturing data gathering system. Creates Non-Conforming Material Reports (NCMRs)/Quality Notifications (QNs) as needed for discarded or rejected products, materials, or gauges. Dispositions materials following Material Review Board meetings.Determines inspection priorities, monitors cell throughput, and tracks the status of receiving inspections by using and following established methods (Hot List, FIFO).Participates in activities which identify and reduce non-value-added processes (Apply Lean Concepts).Trains new-hires, operators, and temporary/contract workers on inspection techniques and the correct use of gauges.Assigned to special projects as needed.QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED or equivalent.Quality Technician Certification (CQT) or Quality Inspector Certification (CQI) from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) and/or 3 years of prior GD&T,Proficient in GD&T print reading.Fully trained and capable of working independently in more than 1 Acumed manufacturing cell.Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to read work instructions, specifications and procedures and complete all paperwork.Ability to use precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, gage pins, optical comparators, and other inspection equipment.Proficient understanding of final acceptance activities.Proficient in reading and understanding engineering drawings and specifications for manufactured products.Demonstrated ability to work as a team contributor.Good mathematical and analytical abilities.Good organizational skills – Maintain an organized, neat, and clean work environment.Proficiency with MS Office required (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook).Knowledge of Statistical Process Control and the ability to use and understand different control charts.Proficiency in reading and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).Ability to use manufacturing data gathering system to determine product status and location (SAP experience preferred).General knowledge of machine processes.General knowledge/understanding of company products and their applications.Understanding of ISO and FDA regulations.Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.