Quality Technician

WCS Industries; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

WCS Industries seeks a Quality Technician to ensure products and processes meet quality standards through inspection, testing, and data documentation. The role collaborates with production teams and customers to resolve quality issues and supports ongoing improvement initiatives.

The candidate will perform audits, calibrations, and testing, with emphasis on accuracy and adherence to IATF/ISO standards, while contributing to PPAP and APQP processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine inspections and tests on raw materials, in-process components, and finished products according to established standards and procedures.
• Use precision measuring instruments to ensure accuracy.
• Record and maintain detailed inspection data and communicate results to stakeholders.
• Maintain and manage quality documentation, control IATF/ISO records and PPAP/APQP documentation.
• Conduct internal audits and root cause analyses to prevent recurrence of issues.
• Support training of production staff on quality standards and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Job description

• Starting Salary Range: Starting at $25/hour

WCS Industries is looking for a Quality Technician to take on exciting challenges.

Quality Assurance Technician

The Quality Technician will be responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet established quality standards. This role involves maintaining and auditing quality standards, inspecting, testing, and measuring materials and finished products, as well as documenting results and working closely with production teams and customers to resolve quality issues. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Inspection and Testing:

• Perform routine and non-routine inspections and tests on raw materials, in-process components, and finished products according to established standards and procedures.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments and equipment to ensure accuracy.
• Calibrate WCS’s test equipment and employees’ tools; ensure calibrations are within specs and up to date.
• Perform Gage R and R’s and capability studies.
• Cleanliness testing

Documentation and Reporting:

• Record and maintain detailed inspection and testing data.
• Prepare reports on quality findings, including non-conformance reports, and communicate results to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain IATF/ISO document control. Assist in the development and maintenance of quality documentation and records.
• Maintain and calculate various metrics.
• Create PPAP documentation and participate in APQP process
• Perform required annual layouts
• Submit required annual CQI-9 documentation

Quality Control:

• Monitor and control the quality of production processes and products.
• Identify and analyze quality issues and deviations and assist in developing corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform Internal Audits of IATF/ISO Management System. Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct root cause analyses and corrective action for customer complaints and rejections.
• Conduct root cause analyses and corrective action for internal rejections and process variation
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to address quality concerns and implement improvements.
• Provide feedback and recommendations for process improvements based on inspection results and industry best practices.

Training and Support:

• Assist in training production staff on quality standards and procedures.
• Provide support during internal and external quality audits.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of quality enhancement strategies.
• Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and techniques to ensure the implementation of best practices.