Quality Control Technician

TPi Arcade, LLC; Town of Arcade (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

TPi Arcade, LLC is seeking a Quality Inspector to support manufacturing with rigorous First Article Inspections and real-time X-ray analysis. You will collect data, perform root-cause analysis, and drive corrective actions across cross-functional teams to meet strict quality objectives.

The role requires inspection of first pieces, calibration of QC tools, and close collaboration with suppliers. Ideal candidates have an associate degree or QA certification (or 2+ years in QC).

Qualifications

• Associate degree or QA certification; or 2+ years QC in manufacturing.
• Formal training in blueprint reading, GD&T, SPC, auditing, quality systems.
• Ability to setup and operate QC equipment (CMM, lab equipment, real-time x-ray).
• Strong math, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to read a wide variety of technical documents.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspections.
• Data collection, analysis and feedback for corrective action, quality improvement, education, and training.
• Maintain corrective action system.
• Calibrate and analyze gages and equipment for wear and defects as defined by QMS.
• Interface with managers/supervisors regarding quality issues.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality objectives are met.
• Inspect features on cast and machined 1st pieces for conformance to drawings.
• Operate real-time x-ray machine.
• Perform root cause analysis to address underlying causes.
• Travel to suppliers for source inspections and problem solving.
• Keep organized records and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

QA experience

Data analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree or QA certification

Tools

CMM

Real-time X-ray

Lab equipment

Job description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work within TPi’s policies, objectives, and procedures.
• Perform First Article Inspections.
• In-depth involvement in data collection, analysis and feedback for corrective action, quality improvement, education, and training.
• Maintain corrective action system.
• Calibrate and analyze gages and equipment for wear and defects as defined by QMS.
• Interface with various managers/supervisors as needed regarding quality issues.
• Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineers, and production supervisors/managers, to ensure quality objectives are met.
• Inspect features on cast and / or machined 1st pieces for conformance to drawing requirements to approve or not approve continued running of production.
• Operate real-time x-ray machine.
• Perform root cause analysis to identify and address underlying causes.
• Interface with customers and vendor representatives as required to become familiar with product applications
• Handle customer returns.
• Travel to suppliers for source inspections and problem solving, as necessary.
• Keep organized records and files while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Associate degree or certification in Quality Assurance or related field preferred; or minimum two (2) years of quality control experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Formal training in specific aspects of quality necessary to perform the function involved (i.e., blueprint reading, GD&T, SPC, auditing, quality systems, etc.).
• Ability to setup and operate various QC equipment (CMM, lab equipment, real time x-ray, etc.).
• Demonstrate a command of math, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to interpret a wide variety of technical documents.
• Strong communication skills with all levels individuals of all levels, internal and external.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Maintain confidentiality of company records and data.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

Physical Demands

This position requires extended periods of working in the foundry. Sitting and viewing computer monitor, as well as lifting pushing and pulling of material, as necessary.

Working Conditions

The employee will be exposed to an environment where hearing, eye safety and safety shoes are required. During warm & humid weather, employee is exposed to higher heat risks due to ambient temperature along with generated heat from equipment.