Quality Technician

Socket.dev; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks a Quality & Process Inspector to lead quality on the manufacturing floor, interpret prints and specs, and support ISO9001 and IATF16949 compliance. You will verify product conformance, lead root cause analysis, and collaborate with engineering to resolve issues.

This role involves utilizing basic statistics, Gage R&R, control charts, and PPAP submissions; inspecting tooling, performing measurement systems analysis, and supporting supplier QA activities; some overtime and limited

Qualifications

• Associate degree in quality/manufacturing with 7+ years of related experience preferred.
• Experience with ISO/IATF 16949 Quality Management System.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand geometric tolerances.
• Experience with PPAP submissions and control plans.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead/assist on interpreting quality requirements from prints and specs with engineering.
• Use capability studies, Gage R&R, and control charts to improve quality.
• Lead daily product verification and assign inspection responsibilities.
• Support ISO9001 QMS data and document control.
• Perform measurement systems analysis on tooling and measurement systems.
• Interact with customers and suppliers on quality issues.
• Participate in APQP meetings and PPAP submissions.

Skills

Quality management

Data analysis

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Root cause analysis

Statistical reports

Communication

Education

Associate degree in quality/manufacturing

Tools

Gage R&R equipment

Inspection gauges/fixtures

SPC tools

GD&T knowledge

Job description

Position Purpose:

Perform inspections and tests, quality problem investigation and resolution. Support manufacturing in the production of products that meet specifications. Support the quality management system.

Essential Functions:

• Lead / assist the manufacturing floor in interpreting quality requirements from prints, published specifications, and by working with engineering to establish standards where no product or vague specification exists.
• Utilize quality tools (capability studies, Gage R&R, basic statistics, control charts and sampling) to improve quality and adjust inspection frequencies as needed.
• Lead/perform daily product verification and assign inspection / test responsibilities.
• Lead / assist root cause analysis and provide closure to action items and corrective action follow up.
• Supports the Quality Manager on ISO9001 document and data control.
• Interact with customers and suppliers on quality issues.
• Develop PPAP sample submissions and required documentation to customers under the direction of the quality manager or quality engineer.
• Review and verify supplier PPAP sample submissions and associated documentation.
• Review and verify supplier corrective action responses.
• Perform ISO9001 QMS audits and support ISO9001 compliance
• Lead / direct suspect product containment activities.
• Lead improvements in plant PPM measures through participating in error proofing and continuous improvement activities.
• Participate in APQP meetings and support AQPQ launch initiatives by performing print reviews, project management under the direction of the quality manager or quality engineer.
• Perform measurement systems analysis on tooling and measurement systems under the direction of the quality manager or quality engineer.
• Limited travel may be required (planned and in emergency situations).
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Training:

• Associates degree and at least 7 years of related experience in quality manufacturing setting preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience in ISO/IATF 16949 Quality Management System.
• Ability to prepare dimensional & statistical reports.
• Ability to present data to others.
• Experience in inspection gages/fixtures and methods.
• High level of analytical skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and have a working knowledge of geometric tolerances.
• Familiarity with basic computer skills and file organization.
• Ability to problem solve.
• PPAP / customer experience within the automotive or tuck sector or similar.
• Experience in supporting ISO9001 Quality Systems.
• Experience in developing PPAP’s control plans, FMEA’s, and flow charts.
• Experience implementing sampling plans and utilizing basic statistics and SPC in a production environment.
• Skilled in blueprint reading, GD&T, and inspection techniques.
• Experience with processes (e.g. machining, welding, forming, assembly), and products.
• Lead inspector / technician experience in quality preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Willingness to work some overtime.

Physical Demands:

Frequent need to move about inside plant and office designated areas.

Standing Balancing

Walking Reaching

Environmental Conditions:

Office areas and non temperature-controlled manufacturing work environment with adequate lighting and ventilation. Dust/Debris, oil, and noise.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.