Quality Auditor - 1st Shift

Thai Summit America; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

Thai Summit America in Howell, MI is seeking a detail‑oriented quality technician to identify and report causes of production variances. You will support the Press/Assembly Production Departments with data, charts and technical assistance, evaluate welds and assemblies, and drive internal quality loops with the Engineering/management team.

This full‑time role requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong SPC training and knowledge required.
• Basic MS Excel and MS Word skills preferred.
• Datamyte and CM4D operation knowledge preferred.
• Familiarity with sheet metal/aluminum defects helpful.
• Strong problem-solving abilities in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience in quality processes and assembly testing desired.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform inspections and audits for various components and products to drive improvements.
• Monitor inspection procedures (Lot Audit, 50/100pc, customer inspections) and help develop countermeasures.
• Participate in team problem solving using SPC data from production centers.
• Contribute to new production launches ensuring quality standards are cascaded.
• Engage in 5S/TPM improvement activities and data recording.
• Record data and evaluate welds/fasteners in assemblies.
• Transfer assemblies for evaluation and document each piece.

Skills

SPC training

Leadership

MS Excel

Problem solving

Quality processes

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Ultrasonic testing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Datamyte

CM4D

Job description

Primary Job Function

Identify and report causes of production variances to designated authority. Support the Press/Assembly Production Departments with data, charts and technical assistance. Evaluate assemblies for weld discontinuities. Drive internal quality loops in conjunction with the Engineering/management team. Accomplish any and all work assignments as directed by management. Regular attendance is required.

Pay Range

• Starting at $20 hourly
• Additional $1.00 premium for 2nd and 3rd shift

Shift Hours

• 1st Shift: 6am-2:30pm
• 2nd Shift: 2pm-10:30pm
• 3rd Shift: 10pm-6:30am

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Plans and performs First/Middle/Last piece production approval part inspections, testing and auditing of various components, subassemblies and finished products with an emphasis on utilizing such data for improvements in products, processes and/or systems
• Assists in the monitoring of inspection procedures such as Lot Audit, 50/100pc, customer specific inspections. Assist in the development of countermeasures
• Team problem solving with the use of SPC data collected from production centers: Press/Assembly Departments
• Team participation in new production launch projects to ensure Quality requirements are cascaded throughout production streams
• Participate in improvement activities using 5S/TPM Processes
• Review Data prior to downloading into Transend and send to CM4D
• Perform Ultrasonic test
• Transfer assemblies to and from evaluation room and record each piece
• Evaluate all welds / fasteners in assembly
• Record daily data for tracking on capability sheets on each shift
• Report weld inconsistencies to Facilitators and Team Leaders
• Complete special studies as required
• Maintain tools and equipment in required working condition
• Perform Dock Audits as required

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED
• 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong SPC training experience and knowledge, as well as demonstrated leadership skills
• Basic computer skills in MS Excel and MS Word
• Datamyte, CM4D operation and analysis preferred
• General knowledge for identification of sheet metal/aluminum defects
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with manufacturing, press, assembly and quality processes
• Previous experience working with Quality preferred

Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements

• Ability to walk, sit or stand for extensive periods of time.
• Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional bending, reaching, lifting, pulling, griping, twisting, throughout the work day.
• Hand and eye coordination.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment.