Quality Engineering Technician - Clinton, NY

Indium Corporation; Town of Clinton (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Indium Corporation in Clinton, NY is seeking a Quality Engineering Technician to participate in process understanding and controls, ensuring our products meet customer requirements. You will work under general supervision to support QA with audits, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes testing, documentation per major quality standards, and collaboration across manufacturing engineering and R&D. On-site, Monday–Friday, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; indicates technical background.
• 3 years work experience in manufacturing, preferably quality.
• Knowledge of quality standards and statistical concepts.
• Advanced math skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with DOE, SPC, data analysis.
• Strong communication, detail orientation, and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Test customer-returned and developmental materials to support validation and auditing programs.
• Log, research, and resolve customer complaints related to product quality.
• Document procedures per ISO 9001, IATF16949, AS9100 or similar standards.
• Support APQP-driven design and implementation of new products/technologies with engineering and R&D.
• Operate software to analyze data, report results, and draw conclusions.
• Participate in 8D problem-solving activities.
• Investigate, select, install, and maintain quality test equipment.
• Coordinate with quality department staff.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously to deliver timely results.

Skills

Quality standards knowledge

Statistical concepts

DOE software

SPC software

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in a science-based technical discipline

Tools

DOE software

SPC software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY :

The Quality Engineering Technician is responsible for participating in initiatives to understand processes and to implement appropriate process controls, ensuring that the quality of all Indium Corporation's products meet customer requirements while supporting the growth, visions, and values of Indium Corporation. Work is assigned and performed under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (COMPETENCIES) :

• Test, or facilitate the testing of, customer-returned and developmental materials to support product validation and Indium Corporation's product auditing program


• Log, research, and resolve customer complaints relating to product quality


• Document procedures per ISO9001, IATF16949, AS9100, and/or other relevant quality standards


• Support business plan goals and objectives; support manufacturing engineering and R&D with the design and implementation of new products and/or technologies following an APQP process


• Operate computer programs and statistical software to analyze data, report results, and draw data-driven conclusions


• Participate in problem-solving activities using an 8D format


• Investigate, identify, recommend, install, and maintain quality test equipment


• Coordinate activities with other quality department staff


• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver timely results


• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

REQUIREMENTS :

• Associate degree in a science-based technical discipline preferred


• 3 years work experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in quality


• Knowledge of quality standards and statistical concepts


• Advanced math skills - Proficiency in Microsoft Office with experience in software for DOE, SPC, and data analysis


• Experienced in supporting internal and external customers regarding requests for technical assistance, quality inquiries, and product testing


• Detail-oriented and highly organized


• Able to work independently or in a team, as needed, to meet goals


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• Provide own source of transportation for any local/day travel, including travel between Indium Corporation facilities

SHIFT/SITE:

Monday-Friday
1st Shift
34 Robinson Road, Clinton, NY

WAGE DISCLOSURE:

The salary range indicated in this posting represents the minimum and maximum of the range for the position. The actual range will vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, prior experience, knowledge, skill and education as they relate to the position's qualifications, and internal equity.
The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total rewards package. Other components include health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, retirement plan, volunteer opportunities, paid holidays, overtime opportunities, and many more.

$19.00 per hour - $25.25 per hour
($39,500 - $52,500 annually)

Indium Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to building an innovative workforce. All qualified applicants will be given consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, pregnancy status, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.