Quality - Quality Technician (3rd Shift)

NIFCO; Canal Winchester (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

NIFCO in Ohio is seeking a Level I/II Quality Inspector to handle day-to-day production floor quality functions and support Quality/Process/Manufacturing Engineers with requests, while creating and updating quality documents.

You will perform product quality inspections, communicate findings to teams, manage NCRs, interpret data, and participate in audits to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years experience in Quality, automotive preferred.
• Proficient in mathematics to support applied statistics.
• Ability to interpret data, charts, and graphs.
• Proficient with computer software, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Team player with strong verbal and written communication.
• Familiar with IATF16949 and ISO14001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform product quality inspection using established standards.
• Communicate feedback to teams to improve process performance.
• Transfer inventory and manage NCRs.
• Set up and conduct process and part audits.
• Create and update quality documents.

Skills

Quality experience

Math skills

Data interpretation

Computer skills

Teamwork

Communication

IATF16949

ISO14001

Injection molding

Multitasking

Decision making

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in technical field

Job description

Job Summary:

Responsible for handling the day to day production, floor quality functions as well as assisting a Quality/Process/Manufacturing Engineer with any specific requests/concerns. They will also be required to create and update the necessary quality documents.

Essential Functions:

Level I:

• Perform product quality inspection utilizing quality standards, fixtures or gauges
• Communicate internally/provide feedback to Line Associates, Team Leaders, Unit Managers, Quality, Process, Manufacturing, and Engineers to help determine root cause and improve process performance
• Label and/or Re-pack containers
• Transfer inventory both physically and in Oracle
• Initiate containment activity
• Ability to open, maintain and close NCR's (Non-Conforming Reports)
• Ability to understand and interpret variable & attribute data using statistical quality methods (graphs, charts, diagrams)
• Report internal non-conformances on a daily and monthly basis
• Ability to interpret Flow Diagram, PFMEA's, Control Plans, PQS's, & KQCP and recognize areas requiring attention
• Ability to monitor previously set up sorts based on already developed sort criteria and verifies sort effectiveness
• All other duties assigned

Level II:

• All Essential Functions of Level I plus:
• Create and update quality inspection standards, Quality alerts, Limit Samples based on information found internally or provided by and Engineer
• Ability to make judgment calls to determine OK or NG parts
• Ability to train operators to specific inspection standards that have developed
• Ability to understand and complete a 5 Why Analysis in order to determine root cause and countermeasure of any quality issue which will improve part and process performance
• Ability to create, understand, and interpret variable & attribute data in the form of graphs & charts to visually and verbally communicate the part of process results
• Update quality standards to include parameters to be monitored
• Ability to update Flow Diagrams, PFMEA's, Control Plans, PQS's, KQCP's based on process changes/updates as required
• Set-up and perform process and/or part audits
• Perform Dock Audits of outgoing product
• Verify Material Certification of Compliance (COA) to meet spec
• Initiate Quality Reports (QR's) to suppliers and communicate with the Suppliers designated contact
• Obtain RMA from supplier and process vendor debits
• Assist in meeting KPI targets and identify opportunities for KPI improvements
• Perform internal and supplier counter measure verification as required
• Create any additional reports and execute assigned tasks as required in a time effective manner

Education:

• An Associate's degree in a technical related field or equivalent on the job experience

Skills/Experience:

Level I:

• 0 – 2 years prior experience in Quality, preferably in an automotive setting
• Proficient in math disciplines to solve mathematical equations use in applied statistics
• Ability to interpret data, charts, and graphs
• Proficient in the use of computer software packages, access databases, spreadsheets and word processing
• Ability to work as part of a teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Familiar with the IATF16949 & ISO14001 standards
• Behave in a positive manner that enhances the success of the company

Level II:

• All Experience/Skills/Requirements of Level I plus:
• 2+ years prior experience in Quality, preferably in an automotive setting
• Basic understanding of Injection Molding and Nifco's assembly process
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with little supervision
• Decision making skills required to judge part quality

• Some travel may be required

Physical/Ergonomic Requirements:

• Able to lift boxes up to 20 pounds
• Able to work on foot for extended hours