Quality Control Technician

Georg-Fischer; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

GF is seeking a Quality Inspector to support the established quality policy and perform tests on products and materials to ensure compliance with standards. The role involves data recording, reporting, and collaboration with production teams to resolve quality issues.

Candidates should have strong English reading/writing skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with Excel; SAP experience is a plus. This position supports safety and quality initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Strong attention to detail with clear reading/writing in English.
• Proficiency with Excel; SAP experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Support the established Quality policy and documented system requirements.
• Select products and prepare samples for tests; test dimensions, performance and material characteristics.
• Set up and perform destructive and nondestructive tests per standards; record data.
• Ensure 100% compliance with ASTM, NSF, UL and other standards; analyze data and prepare reports.
• Raise quality concerns to management; assist in resolving production issues.
• Prepare graphs/charts of data and input data for analysis; use equipment safely.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Read and write English

Eye for detail

Excel proficiency

SAP experience desired

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Primary Job Responsibilities

Support the established Quality policy. Fulfills role as required in the documented quality system manual, directives and work instructions. Select products and prepare samples for tests at specified stages in production process, and test products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, and mechanical or chemical characteristics per required standards. Set up and perform destructive and nondestructive tests on materials, parts or products to measure performance, life and/or material characteristics per required standards. Assure 100% compliance to all standards including but not limited to ASTM, NSF, UL, etc. Record test data, applying statistical quality control procedures. Evaluate data and complete reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards. Raise concerns to management when quality concerns arise. Support operators in finding solutions to quality problems. Recommend modifications of existing quality or production standards to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability. Prepare graphs or charts of data and/or enter data into computer for analysis. Lift and move heavy items as required. Operate lift truck as required. Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow safety policies and procedures.

Knowledge & Skill Requirements

• High school graduate, GED or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills required
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to read and write English clearly and concisely
• Must have an eye for detail to ensure accuracy
• Must display a positive and professional demeanor
• Computer proficient, especially with Excel and Word
• SAP experience desired
• Must have the ability to work overtime and weekends when needed

Core Values

• Proactive
• Strong Work Ethic
• Respect for People
• Market focus/ Customer oriented
• Excellence in Service
• Growth oriented
• Dynamic

Core and Critical Competencies

• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Focus
• Team oriented
• Problem Solving Skills
• Performing Under Pressure
• Focus on Ethics
• Continuous Quality Improvement
• Project Management
• Problem Solving Skills
• Performing Under Pressure
• Technical Skills

Technical Skills

• Data gathering and analysis
• Applied Mathematics
• Gauges and Measuring Instrument Operation
• ASTM and GFS Test Methods

Physical Requirements

• Walking – frequently 4-5 hrs
• Standing – 2 hrs
• Climbing – occasionally
• Squatting/Stooping – Rarely
• Reaching – occasionally
• Lifting - up to 40# frequently
• Lifting – 50# to 75# with assisted apparatus (overhead crane/forklift)

Safety Requirements

The employee is responsible to comply with all company and government safety regulations and procedures. Must wear proper PPE

About Us

We're GF, the global leader in Flow Solutions, solving some of the world’s most urgent challenges from ensuring access to clean water, supporting safe industrial processes and building critical infrastructure to enabling efficient buildings. We provide solutions that make an impact for millions of people. That's what we call the Plus Effect, and it starts with you. We need people who bring exceptional performance, curiosity and a readiness to challenge the status quo. In return, you'll thrive in collaborative teams that push each other to grow through the impact you create for customers, communities and society. Shape the future of Flow Solutions and your own.