Quality Coordinator | ACA

AFL; South Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Professional development

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

AFL is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure the quality management system is established, implemented, and maintained. The role verifies product conformance to customer specs and AFL standards through inspections and audits, with cross-training to assist Production Supervisors as needed.

Responsibilities include material inspection, audits, documentation, and timely Certificate of Conformance issuance. This role supports continuous improvement and adherence to safety policies across production

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of working experience as a Quality Technician.
• 3+ years of working experience in manufacturing related industries.
• Proficient with measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, optical comparators).
• Working knowledge of Oracle functions affecting the position.
• Proficient user of MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Measure incoming raw material.
• Coordinate internal quality audits and follow-up on IARs.
• Provide daily in-process and incoming material inspection.
• Maintain and upgrade quality documentation.
• Adhere to quality policy and objectives.
• Maintain quality records for customer orders.
• Ensure all products meet AFL specs before shipping.
• Issue Certificate of Conformance.
• Coordinate annual review of quality system documents.
• Reject non-conformant material at any stage.
• Stop a process if quality is at risk.
• Suggest actions for process improvements.
• Adhere to environmental, health and safety policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Cross-cultural teamwork

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Oracle

MS Office

Calipers

Micrometers

Optical comparators

Pin gauges

Job description

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $4B in revenue, and employ approximately 12,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

What We Offer:

• 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
• Opportunities for career advance with an industry leading company!

Job Summary

The individual will ensure the necessary processes for the quality management system are established, implemented and maintained. They will be responsible for verifying that EPG products meet customer requirements & specifications through document control, audits, inspections and ongoing training. Additionally, they are responsible for ensuring all quality processes will be completed properly and consistent with the quality objectives. This person will be cross-trained to perform some responsibilities of the Production Supervisor when the Production Supervisor is absent. The person is also responsible for approving orders and issues discrete jobs for manufacturing in Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for measuring incoming raw material
• Coordinating internal quality audits, follow-up on IAR’s
• Provide daily in-process and incoming material inspection.
• Maintain and upgrade quality documentation.
• Adhere to and promote the quality policy and quality objectives of the company.
• Maintains quality records and documentation associated with customer orders
• Ensures all product meets customer and AFL specifications before shipping
• Issue Certificate of Conformance
• Coordinate annual review of quality system documents
• Reject material identified as non-conformant at any stage of the process (receiving, in process or finish product)
• Stop a process or a production line if there is evidence that overall quality is being jeopardized.
• Request that action is taken when enough evidence justifies that a process improvement is needed.
• Adhere to and promote the environmental, health and safety policies of AFL

Personal Qualities

• Problem Solving Skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work with a cross cultural team remotely
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to build strong internal support groups
• Ability to conduct and communicate technical analysis and results

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of Oracle functions that affect this position.
• Use of measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, optical comparators and pin gauges.
• 3 years of working experience as a Quality Technician
• 3+ years of working experience in manufacturing related industries
• Proficient user of MS Office applications

Working Conditions

Normal office environment and different production areas.

Associate’s Degree or relative experience

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