Quality Control Technician

Dana Safety Supply, Inc.; Somerville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plans

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

PTO & parental leave

Employee rewards & recognition

Job summary

Dana Safety Supply, Inc. seeks a Quality Control Technician in Somerville, TX to inspect emergency vehicles during upfitting, verify systems and components meet safety specs, and document findings. Travel to onsite installations and coordination with production teams are required.

The role demands knowledge of 12V wiring, quality control methodologies, and accurate reporting, with overtime possible during large projects. A valid license and EVT certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of quality control standards and methodologies.
• Able to identify electrical circuits and interpret wiring diagrams.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain inspection reports for upfitted vehicles.
• Inspect vehicles at various stages to ensure safety and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and federal/state laws.
• Calibrate test equipment and document results.
• Report anomalies to supervisor and suggest process improvements.
• Keep work areas organized and maintain proper paperwork.

Skills

12V wiring

Electrical circuits

Quality standards

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Quality control software

Multitasking

Education

Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification preferred

Job description

The Quality Control Technician will be responsible for ensuring that all emergency vehicles upfitted at the facility meet the highest quality and safety standards. This role involves performing detailed inspections, tests, and evaluations on vehicles and their components throughout the upfitting process. The technician will collaborate with production teams to identify defects, implement corrective actions, and ensure compliance with industry regulations and client specifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties. This individual must be able to perform physically demanding tasks that may require accessing confined spaces. Work inside and outside vehicles in shop environment. Occasional local travel for equipment pickups, deliveries and onsite installations. Frequent lifting of heavy objects. Some overtime or weekend hours may be required to fulfill time sensitive projects. Strong working knowledge of 12V wiring. Able to identify electrical circuits. Strong understanding of quality control standards and methodologies. Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in using quality control software and tools. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Developing and maintaining company inspection reports.
• Perform thorough inspections of vehicles at various stages of the upfitting process, ensuring all systems, equipment, and components meet quality and safety standards.
• Ensuring the goods and products comply with company standards as well as federal or state law.
• Ensuring test equipment is calibrated correctly.
• Report quality anomalies to the supervisor.
• Identifying possible areas for improvement in the quality control process.
• Ensure production is not hindered by quality testing procedures.
• Maintain an orderly and clean working environment, keeping the installers work area organized.
• Complete all required paperwork (service orders, work logs, timecards, etc.).
• Cooperates and assists other personnel in the prepping of vehicles.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and advancements in emergency vehicle equipment and technology.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with installation of emergency lighting. Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This role has no supervisory responsibilities.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Driver's License and must maintain company's driving guidelines.

SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

Must be proficient in software to perform the requirements of this position, as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand for extended periods, walk, sit, finger, handle or feel objects, reach with hand or arms, stoop, maneuver into / out of tight spaces, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to: wet and/or humid conditions moving mechanical parts fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals.

Benefits & Compensation

Dana Safety Supply offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits suite, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Roth Retirement Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paternity Leave
• Employee Rewards & Recognition program.
• Standard Monday-Friday work week (with occasional weekend overtime for large projects)