Quality Lab Technician

Dometic; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Dometic in Sparta, TN is seeking a passionate Quality Lab Technician to join their team. The role involves leading the Prototype validation process and documenting Quality Lab Testing results in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of quality experience and familiarity with measurement and test equipment. Dometic offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, 401(k) with company match, and tuition assistance, promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum (2) years of Quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform Product / Process Audits.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Prototype validation process for Product measurement and testing.
• Document all Quality Lab Testing results.
• Maintain cleanliness of Quality Lab.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Good communication skills

Math skills

Ability to use measurement and test equipment

Understanding of Metrology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Measurement and test equipment

Job description

Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications.

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Quality Lab Technician. This position reports to the Quality Manager and will work in Sparta, TN.

About The Position

As Quality Lab Technician of the Sparta team, you will be involved in the Prototype process and Testing requirements related to New Launch Product and ECNs to include FG Product, WIP, and Materials. The Sparta core Product entails Marine Industry Fuel Systems, Steering, and Controls. The Quality Lab Technician will support the Product approval/validation process via a Sparta “Blue Pack” process along with Customer specific PPAP requirements. The Quality Lab Technician will demonstrate the ability to support other functional areas, work in a Team environment, and independently, as necessary. This position requires attention to detail in a fast‑paced work environment.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Lead the Prototype validation process to ensure Product measurement, configuration, and testing conforms to Dometic‑Sparta and Customer requirements.
• Review and Approve Production assembly and kitting of Prototype Product.
• Fulfill Dometic‑Sparta Blue Pack and Customer specific PPAP requirements.
• In addition to scheduled Lab Testing, perform random Quality Testing of required Product.
• Document all Quality Lab Testing results and communicate any failures to appropriate Team Members.
• Maintain cleanliness of Quality Lab.
• May be required to assist with other duties, as needed.

What do we offer?

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact

A suitable background would be

• Inspect and Test Product to Part Number, Blueprint, or Standards, all FG Product, WIP, and Materials.
• Understanding of BOM, SOP, and Work Instructions.
• Minimum (2) years of Quality experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of Metrology.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to use measurement and test equipment (e.g., Variable / Attribute Gages, CMM, Optical Comparator, Burst / VPT, Tank Pressure testing, Gel, Impact, etc.).
• Familiar with Quality / Operations systems (e.g., 1Factory, MAPICS, INFOR, Smart System, etc.).
• Ability to perform Product / Process Audits.
• ASQ CQI or Six Sigma Greenbelt.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

• Good communication skills – written and verbal
• Math skills
• Attention to Detail
• Daily standing, sitting, walking, reaching, bending, and pushing/pulling
• Ability to lift and/or move product that may weigh up to 25 – 60 lbs.
• Ability to focus on detail while dealing with multiple projects at once.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Dometic's Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star?

Then we would love to see your application.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.