Quality Technician

Owens Corning Corp.; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning is seeking a Quality Assurance/Control Technician to maintain QA processes, collect and analyze data, and drive improvement initiatives on the manufacturing floor. You will develop control plans, document procedures, and perform audits to ensure product conformance to specifications and customer expectations.

You will lead quality projects, apply statistical tools, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce defects and enhance process reliability.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; tech school or high school grads with the right skills and experience considered.
• 2–4 years of manufacturing experience (preferred).
• ASQ CQI and/or CQT certifications preferred or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Yellow Lean and Yellow Six certification preferred or ability to obtain certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Participates in internal process and product audits.
• Perform various levels of inspection: incoming receiving, in-process manufacturing and finished goods process audit.
• Input data to quality database systems for capturing, analyzing, and reporting and corrective actions.
• Determine from blueprint and specifications the dimensions, finishes, processes and methods of inspection and calibration tools.
• Help develop and apply effective quality plans to ensure compliance with standards and certifications.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to reduce process variation and prevent defects.
• Use quality tools to troubleshoot problems to root cause and implement solutions.
• Lead Lean projects and Kaizen events to improve COQ performance.
• Train employees on QA tools and techniques as required.
• Handle customer and supplier visits presenting quality data.

Skills

Forklift cert

Punctuality

SOP compliance

FMEA

PPAP

R&R studies

MS Office

Metrology tools

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Flexible schedule

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Communication skills

Quality tools

Process Flow

Education

Associate degree preferred

ASQ CQI

ASQ CQT

Yellow Lean & Yellow Six certs

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Work Location & Shifts: 130 Westbrooke Rd, Winchester, VA

1st shift only M-F 5am to 1:30pm OT as needed to include Saturday

Pay: $22 per hour.

We heard you knock!

We understand that people are key. We are a composite of diverse people who come together by showing support and respect to one another. We hold the door open for each other and for new ideas. We continuously strive to improve both our products and our customers’ experiences. This drive leads us to revolutionize the door industry and help people walk through walls. Join us and make an impact each day you work.

Quality Assurance/Control Technician

Overview

The Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for maintaining quality assurance processes and recording and analyzing data. They will lead in development of Control Plans and process documentation as well as problem solving efforts. They will play an active role in the development of quality assurance procedures and will be actively involved in process improvement efforts to ensure that product meets specification and customer expectations. The Quality Assurance Technician will work primarily in the manufacturing environment. This includes but not limited to collecting metric data points, analyzing quality data, applying quality tools and fundamental statistical methods to process control and improvements. This role also documents procedures, file quality paperwork, perform product safety audits, assist in reporting quality issues and participate as an active and constructive member of the quality team.

Responsibilities

• Participates in internal process and product audits
• Perform various levels of inspection: incoming receiving, in-process manufacturing and finished goods process audit
• Input data pertinent to quality database systems for capturing, analyzing, and providing timely and accurate reporting and corrective actions
• Determine from blueprint and specifications the dimensions, finishes, processes and methods of inspection, precision measuring instruments (i.e.: CMM, calipers, micrometers), gauges, tools and set-up required for checking surfaces and variations
• Helps in the development and application of effective quality product and process plans to ensure full compliance of product standards, specifications, and quality system requirements. This also includes labeling and certifications requirements of product
• Participate in the implementation of product quality improvement initiatives to reduce process variation and prevent defects
• Use quality tools (and others) to troubleshoot, identify and analyze problems to the true root-cause level, and work with the appropriate teams to implement solutions and ensure the identified root- because problems are resolved Support activities to build quality into the product through process and system improvements, proactive planning, and responsive reactions to emergencies in a structured approach to resolve root-causes Is constructive and takes responsibility for needed actions to support quality and business goals
• Actively lead Yellow Lean & Yellow Six projects to lean out processes and improve overall COQ performance (Train other production workers on tools and methodology)
• Lead Kaizen events on manufacturing floor with crosses functional teams
• Train employees on QA tools and techniques as required
• Takes responsibility for quality functions for a product line such as customer claims investigation and reporting, new product launch activities, in-process defect reduction activities
• Perform customer and supplier visits as required, including presentations of quality data
• Determines disposition of finished product by collecting, classifying, analyzing, and interpreting production and quality data; judging product acceptability in comparison to specifications
• Identifies raw material condition by collecting material samples; conducting inspections and requesting testing as required
• Documents finished product status by recording and summarizing raw materials, in-process, and finished product inspection and physical test-data; updating quality assurance reports
• Determines acceptability of rework by conducting inspections and physical tests of reworked product.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to be a certified Forklift operator
• Regular attendance and timeliness is an essential function of the job in order to avoid any disruptions in production and customer service
• Follow all operational and safety SOP’s as written
• Requires strong knowledge of (FMEA, PDR’s, RMA, FRC, MRB’s, PPAP’s, & R&R studies
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (including assembly, fabrication, and glazing)
• Ability to establish and maintain a neat organized work environment
• Ability to use computer equipment and software applications (MS-Office Products)
• Ability to use calibrated measuring equipment including a comparator, caliper, weight scales, height gauges, micrometers, etc.
• Ability to solve shop problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, squares, and square roots
• Knowledge of safety and security measures when utilizing equipment and materials
• Ability to provide extended flexible work hours, as work-load and projects requires
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. from the floor level up to the inspection station
• Good communications skills both written and verbal
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail required
• Good technical/mechanical aptitude
• Working knowledge of Control Plans and Process Flow development

Qualifications

• Associate Degree Preferred will consider Tech School or High School graduates with the right skills and experience
• Prefer ASQ certifications (CQI & CQT) or ability to obtain certifications within 1 year
• Prefer Yellow Lean & Yellow Six certification or ability to obtain certification in 1 year
• 2-4 years of manufacturing experience (millwork, automotive or metals preferred)
• Experience with auditing and inspection of product and processes
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Benefits
• Paid Holidays and Vacation - ability to earn additional PTO each month
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Educational Scholarship Program
• Advancement Opportunities - we promote from within the company
• $250 Referral bonus

Safe Production:

Owens Corning strives to maintain a target 0% safety incident rate. Safe production weaves worker safety with efficient production into our daily operations. We keep safety at utmost importance and want our employees to go home in the same condition as they arrive at work.