Quality Lab Technician

Prysmian; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Prysmian Group, a global leader in wire and cable solutions, is seeking a Quality Engineer in Windham, CT. You will interpret specifications, select test samples, record data and apply QC procedures to ensure product reliability.

You will collaborate with engineering staff, support continuous improvement, and interact with inspectors and customers. A preferred associate degree in chemical or mechanical disciplines and strong attention to detail are requested.

Qualifications

• Preferred Associates Degree in chemical or mechanical discipline and/or relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering and industry specifications and confer with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards
• Select products for tests at specified stages in production process, and test products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, mechanical and electrical characteristics
• Record test data, applying quality control procedures
• Evaluate data and documents deviations from existing standards
• Recommend modifications of existing quality or production procedures to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability
• Sets up and performs destructive and nondestructive tests on material or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics
• Enters data into computer for analysis
• Assist with complaint analysis and corrective actions
• Pay attention to ensure own safety and others who may be visiting the work area
• Keep good housekeeping around all work areas
• Support continuous improvement projects and 6S events
• Support Layered Process Audits as scheduled
• Interact with external customers, inspectors and auditors as needed
• Performs other tasks as requested by Quality Manager

Skills

Wire testing

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Written communication

Analytical skills

Electrical testing

Education

Associates Degree in chemical/mechanical

Tools

Windows XP

MS Word

Job description

Prysmian, headquartered in Milan, Italy, is a leader in the development, design, manufacture, marketing and distribution of copper, aluminum and fiber optic wire and cable products for the communications, energy, industrial and specialty markets. The Company offers competitive strengths in such areas as breadth of product line, brand recognition, distribution and logistics, service and operating efficiency. Communications wire and cable products transmit low-voltage signals for voice, data, video and control applications. Energy cables include low-, medium- and high-voltage power distribution and power transmission products. The Industrial and Specialty segment is comprised of application-specific cables for uses such as electrical power generation (traditional fuels, alternative and renewable sources, and distributed generation), the oil, gas and petrochemical industries, mining, industrial automation, marine, military and aerospace applications, power applications in the telecommunications industry, and other key industrial segments.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Interprets engineering and industry specifications and confers with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards
• Selects products for tests at specified stages in production process, and test products for variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, mechanical and electrical characteristics
• Record test data, applying quality control procedures
• Evaluate data and documents deviations from existing standards
• Recommend modifications of existing quality or production procedures to achieve optimum quality within limits of equipment capability
• Sets up and performs destructive and nondestructive tests on material or products to measure performance, life, or material characteristics
• Enters data into computer for analysis
• Assist with complaint analysis and corrective actions
• Pay attention to ensure own safety and others who may be visiting the work area
• Keep good housekeeping around all work areas
• Support continuous improvement projects and 6S events
• Support Layered Process Audits as scheduled
• Interact with external customers, inspectors and auditors as needed
• Performs other tasks as requested by Quality Manager

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Experience with wire and cable testing, fiber optic, flame testing, electrical and mechanical testing
• Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team
• Capable of multi-tasking
• Solid computer skills (Windows XP, MS Word, MS Excel) and writing ability
• Sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment and operational focus
• Must be able to communicate effectively both oral and written with other associates, technicians, engineers and customers
• Must have good attention to detail.
• Must be able to motivate, communicate and drive continuous improvements

Qualifications:

• Preferred Associates Degree in chemical or mechanical discipline and/or relevant experience

Prysmian Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please let us know.

Job Type: Full-time

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.

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