Quality Technician - 2nd Shift

Alfa Laval; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental and vision plans

Wellness program

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Alfa Laval in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, is seeking a Quality Technician to oversee inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to meet company quality standards, ASME code, and customer requirements.

You will assess production areas, identify non-conformities, verify calibration of QA equipment, and support audits and inspections. This role requires a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years in heat exchanger QC environments, with strong attention to detail and communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college/technical degree preferred.
• 3+ years in heat exchanger manufacturing quality control environment or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Deadline-driven with customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently or in a team; adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and lead by example.
• Assess quality and product integrity per ASME, customer ITP, and regulatory standards.
• Identify non-conforming products and perform root-cause analysis.
• Verify calibration and specifications of QA equipment.
• Assist Leads and follow established procedures for production and regulatory compliance.
• Audit manufacturing activities for conformance to standards and policies.
• Prepare Non-Conformity Reports and document test results.
• Perform receiving inspection for product identification, material requirements, and MTRs.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Clear communication

Stakeholder engagement

Deadline driven

Independent work

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Adaptability

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

College or technical school degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

About the job

As an integral member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality. As a Quality Technician, you will oversee and monitor the inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to ensure adherence to established company quality standards, ASME code, and customer requirements. Your contributions will be vital to the success and growth of our organization.

This position is in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

As a part of the team, you will:

• Follow all safety policies - leads by example, and confronts unsafe behavior proactively
• Assess the production area for quality and product integrity by performing evaluations and tests according to ASME, customer ITP, regulatory, and company standards
• Identify any products that do not meet required specifications. Analyze test results to determine reasons for failure and determine root cause.
• Check that all equipment used for Quality Assurance meets specifications. Verify that all equipment is properly calibrated.
• Help and instruct Leads in production, following established procedures set by the company and regulatory agencies/authorities.
• Monitor and audit manufacturing activities for conformance to company standards and regulatory policies.
• Places inventory on hold if it is suspected to be non-conforming and notifies Quality Manager.
• Reviews record documentation for completeness, securing corrections or justifications when deficiencies are found.
• Working knowledge in PT, Hardness readings, MT, Visual Inspection
• Understanding of WPS, PQR, WPQ and AWS – D1.1
• Working knowledge of ASME (U1a form), National Board (NBIC).
• Inspect welding activities
• Review test reports, post weld heat treat charts, and defect records
• Assist with internal and external audits for ASME compliance
• Perform receiving inspection for product identification, material requirements and MTR’s
• Document test results
• Prepare Non-Conformity Reports when a problem is detected in the production process
• Comply with all company policies and procedures
• Knowledge of internal instrumentation such as chart recorders and hydro gauges
• Assists with other tasks as needed.

What you know:

You have a High school diploma or GED required; college or technical school degree preferre d, and:

• 3+ years’ experience in heat exchanger manufacturing quality control environment or a combination of education and experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Clear communication
• Stakeholder engagement - possessing excellent interpersonal skills
• Deadline driven with a sense of urgency and customer focus
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to prioritize situations and tasks by importance
• Respond to rapidly changing priorities and deal with multiple demands
• Basic computer skills - Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Excel, Word and PowerPoint, etc.)

Physical Requirements:

• Job requires walking 60% of workday
• Must be able to lift 45 pounds occasionally

Environmental Factors:

• Shop Floor: Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions
• Shop Floor: Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• Shop Floor: The noise level in the work environment is often loud.
• Shop Floor: Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Steel toe boots, safety glasses, and ear plugs)

At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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