Quality Technician

Parker Hannifin; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Incentive Program

Job summary

Parker Hannifin in Elgin, IL seeks a quality technician to collaborate with manufacturing, design, and supplier teams to ensure quality objectives are met. The role emphasizes calibration, documentation, and first article inspections.

You will track quality issues, support audits, prepare PPAP documents, and participate in the Zero Defects program. A high school diploma and 2–3 years of manufacturing experience, plus a Certified Inspector/Operator credential, are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certified Inspector/Operator preferred.
• 2–3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to use measuring devices (calipers, optical comparator, electronic equipment).
• Experience drafting reports and collecting data.
• Strong computer skills with Outlook and MS Office.
• AS9100 knowledge is helpful.
• Ability to write and revise procedures.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment is calibrated, validated, and maintained.
• Track and coordinate quality issues reported by internal/external customers.
• Provide templates and support for documentation revisions.
• Act as liaison for documentation in review/change process.
• Maintain historical data and documentation.
• Assist with quality processes, audits, surveys, and projects.
• Prepare and manage correspondence, spreadsheets, databases, and reports.
• Support internal departments to determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Complete First Article Inspections.
• Participate in the Zero Defects program and Quality Star Point HPT.
• Understand policies and information affecting the organization.

Skills

Teamwork

Quality awareness

Attention to detail

Documentation

Communication

Problem solving

High integrity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Inspector/Operator

Tools

Calipers

Optical comparator

Electronic measurement equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for working in a team environment with materials, manufacturing, product design, technical service and supplier representatives in guiding technical evaluations, analysis and related processes to ensure that quality objectives are achieved.

Pay Range

$20.00-$30.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment is calibrated, validated, and maintained properly
• Track and coordinate quality issues reported by internal/external customers
• Provides templates, assistance and support for documentation revisions and updates
• Acts as liaison for documentation in the review/change process
• Maintains historical data and documentation
• Assists as needed with quality processes, audits, surveys, and other special projects
• Preparing and managing correspondence, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, and files
• Support the various internal departments to determine formal cause and corrective action
• Complete First Article Inspections
• Be an active participative member of the Quality Star Point HPT and support the Zero Defects Program
• Understands how business works and can acquire knowledge of current policies, practices, trends, and information affecting the organization quickly and effectively

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 2-3 years of manufacturing experience
• Certified Inspector/Operator
• Ability to use a wide range of measuring devices (calipers, optical comparator, electronic equipment, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise good judgment, and exhibit a high-level of integrity
• High-level of visual awareness
• Experience drafting reports and collecting data
• Extensive computer knowledge in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, customer portals, Enovia, Omnex, etc.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical information
• Must be able to write procedures and revise existing procedures
• Internal auditing experience is helpful
• Involvement with customer audits and AS9100 quality system
• Learn all jobs in area including lab, calibration, and receiving transactions
• Work with customer returns in ATR system
• Support Zero Defect Lighthouse project on production floor
• Communicate with customers via email and in person visits
• Ability to document PPAP supporting documents
• Ability to conduct certified operator training classes
• Actively participate and support the plant’s safety program. Report any injury or near miss immediately to your Group Lead or EHS Manager. Report all unsafe conditions immediately to a Group Lead, Value Stream Manager or EHS Manager.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area. Keep all walkways and aisle free of any debris or clutter. Maintain 5S standards by returning tools to shadow boards. Sweep floor and finishing area as needed.
• Daily attendance is a requirement of the job, as is arriving on time. Overtime is expected when customer demand dictates the need.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

• Pay Range: $23.99/hr to $33.81/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.