Quality Control Technician - I

Testequity Llc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

TestEquity Llc in Houston, TX is seeking a Quality Control Technician I to perform real-time quality inspections of purchased and manufactured products in accordance with Quality System guidelines.

Responsibilities include inbound and in-process inspections, documentation, release of finished goods, and reporting non-conformances. Calipers and micrometers are used; GDP practices are maintained during records. A High School Diploma is required, with preference for regulated-industry experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Quality-related field or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to operate basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometers).
• Knowledge of quality test methods and lab equipment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and safety focus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, first articles, in-process, final inspection and re-work quality checks using inspection tools.
• Determine product acceptance status after inspection.
• Identify and escalate non-conformances observed during inspection.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices during review and inspections.
• Release work in process to finished goods and report errors to leadership.
• Maintain compliance with GDP and Quality System guidelines.

Skills

Measuring tools

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Lab equipment

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Houston, TX 77095Position Type: Full Time

Summary/Purpose of the Position

The Quality Control Technician I is responsible for performing quality control reviews of purchased and/or manufactured products and records. This activity is executed in real-time and in accordance with the Quality System guidelines.

Essential Duties, Functions and/or Responsibilities

• Performs incoming, first articles, in-process, final inspection, and re-work quality checks, using a wide variety of inspection tools.
• Determine product acceptance status after inspection.
• Identifies and escalates non-conformances observed during inspection.
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) during document review and inspection.
• Performs all work in compliance with company policy and within the guidelines.
• Ensures process compliance, as needed/required.
• Reviews and approves production batch records (i.e., Device History records).
• Releases work in process to finished goods inventory. Flags inconsistent or incorrect records and report errors to supervisors or the management team.
• Inspects products to specification or processes.
• Segregates non-confirming product and seeks guidance on reporting the non-conformance.
• Physically quarantines non-conforming products and seeks guidance on reporting the quarantined materials.
• Performs QC testing as needed.
• Exhibits competence with testing methods selected for assigned tasks.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
• Reports Quality problems or concerns to direct reports or the quality manager.
• Populates databases for collection and analysis.
• Directly and indirectly responsible for product quality
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Quality related field, manufacturing, regulated industry experience is preferred
• Ability to operate basic measuring tools such as calipers or micrometers is required
• Knowledge of quality test methods and use of related lab equipment is preferred
• Working knowledge of general accident prevention practices
• Basic Math skills is required
• Resourceful, analytical, organized, and inquisitive
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of Office Software Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Attention to detail and quality and safety conscious
• High level of urgency

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions in accordance with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance in accordance with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. when necessary.

Other Information

This position requires applicants to be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship; TestEquity does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

TestEquity provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.