Quality Assurance Technician - Assembly

Laitram LLC; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Laitram LLC, through its Intralox division, seeks an Assembly Quality Assurance Technician in the Harahan facility near New Orleans. The role runs Monday–Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with overtime and possible weekend work.

The qualified candidate will interpret drawings, support continuous improvement, lead corrective actions, and help maintain calibration logs and quality documentation. A technical degree and quality certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field (mechanics, IT, math, science, etc.).
• Up-to-date professional quality certifications (ASQ, QAI, CSSC, etc.).
• Proficiency with basic computer software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• 2+ years in a manufacturing quality environment or plastics injection molding.

Responsibilities

• Interpret product specifications and tolerances on quality drawings during inspections.
• Lead root cause and corrective action efforts with production.
• Document non-conformances and containment of non-conforming product.
• Perform plantwide quality audits and support quality training and processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical field

Quality certifications (ASQ, QAI, CSSC)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Quality Assurance Technician - Assembly

Location: New Orleans, LA

Job Category: Engineering, Manufacturing & Production

Division: Intralox

Intralox, L.L.C. Quality Department has an opening for an Assembly Operations Quality Assurance Technician in our Harahan facility. This position will work Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, with overtime and weekend work that may be required as needed. Intralox is a division of Laitram, L.L.C., with an extensive portfolio of innovative products and services that improve lives and optimize business worldwide each day. Intralox's conveyance solutions enhance food safety, power e-commerce, and solve challenges for industries from automotive to industrial manufacturing to consumer goods. Together, our 3,000+ global employees are reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers' growth worldwide for more than 45 years. We consistently and sustainably work together to create long-term value by continuously improving products, services, and processes for our customers. Our award-winning customer service team provides comprehensive support and access to technical experts to deliver fast, reliable solutions. Intralox was founded upon the principle of doing the right thing, by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect. We aim as a company to practice these principles every day, which is why we have been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. We listen objectively, think creatively, and deliver results.

Job Responsibilities

• Interpret product specifications and tolerances on quality drawings accurately during inspections
• Support critical success factors and continuous improvement efforts
• Lead root cause and corrective action efforts with production
• Assist in the documentation of non-conformances and containment of non-conforming product
• Use data, standards, and necessary quality tools to make consistent and principle-based decisions, such as when providing a disposition for non-conforming product
• Utilize technical audit program by performing audits plantwide
• Initiate and support the setting and updating of product specifications
• Manage and improve documentation of processes and procedures
• Provide urgent support to production and effectively elevates issues when needed
• Support the implementation and maintenance of the quality training program
• Maintains equipment calibration and calibration logs

Requirements

• 2+ years of work experience in a manufacturing quality environment or plastics injection molding
• Proficiency in basic computer software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Basic understanding of the following: quality concepts, quality tools, probability, statistics, calibrations, and metrology
• Strong analytical and critical problem-solving skills
• Bachelor's degree or higher education in a technical field (fields of mechanics, information technology, mathematics, science, etc.)
• Up-to-date professional quality certifications (ASQ, QAI, CSSC, etc.)
• Passion for learning and growth with ability to manage own tasks and meet goals and objectives with little supervision
• Demonstration of sense of urgency and ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent listening and communication skills, with strong ability to seek buy in on all levels
• Proven track record of making consistent, logical, and objective decisions using good judgment
• Ability to assume good intentions and exhibit trust in workplace relationships