Quality Technician Entry

Volvo Group; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental and vision

Generous paid time off

Competitive matching retirement plans

Volvo Group University and development

Programs for work-life balance

Job summary

Volvo Group is seeking a Quality Technician to check product and process quality in manufacturing, parts and products, including assembly stations and warehouses.

You will collaborate with managers, VPS team, HSE and quality staff to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement across departments, including kaizen initiatives and environmental compliance. Proactive teamwork and strong attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One-year experience as a Quality Technician.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge and continuous improvement mindset.
• Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and JDE.
• Ability to lift heavy parts and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Auditing, monitoring, and determining the quality of manufacturing processes and/or outputs against defined internal and regulatory standards.
• Reporting deviations and defects and liaising between Quality Control and Production to troubleshoot problems.
• Support Production Leaders to coordinate quality tools for identified problem areas.
• Ensure quality and environmental work instructions are updated and followed.
• Coordinate and lead Kaizen improvements and document enhancements.
• Work with VPS Coordinator on VPS implementation and act as Change Ambassador.
• Participate in cross functional meetings with production, quality and engineering.
• Monitor quality reports and lead improvement team meetings for corrective actions.
• Punctuality, daily attendance, and safe handling of parts.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Quality Technician experience

Lean manufacturing knowledge

On-the-job training

Lift heavy parts

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

JDE

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Position Summary:

Quality Technician role is to check product and process quality for manufacturing, parts and/or products i.e., an assembly station, assembly area and/or warehouse. In consultation with the immediate manager, VPS team, HSE coordinator, and quality technicians from quality department, ensure product compliance and drive continuous improvement activities within specified departments.

Core Responsibilities:

• Auditing, monitoring, and determining the quality of manufacturing processes and/or outputs against defined internal and regulatory standards
• Reporting manufacturing process deviations and defects in finished goods and liaising between Quality Control and Production to troubleshoot and resolve problems
• Supporting Production Leaders to coordinate and carry out quality tools for identified problem areas.
• Ensure quality and environmental work instructions are updated and being followed.
• Coordinate and lead new improvement proposals (kaizens) within specified departments, responsible for documentation of improvements
• Work closely with VPS Coordinator on VPS implementation and act as VPS/Change Ambassador for specified departments.
• Active participation in cross functional meetings with production, quality and engineering.
• Monitor department quality reports (First Time Through) for findings and lead improvement team meetings for corrective actions.
• Punctuality and daily attendance.
• Moderate to heavy lifting of parts from and to baskets.
• Work closely with Training School Trainer with any departmental updates.
• Perform additional duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned by management to support Volvo Penta's business objectives and operational goals.

Within the framework of VPS/Quality/Environment/Safety are the following roles:

• Do your job, improve your job, develop yourself and develop your team.
• Follow all quality work instructions to ensure compliance with customer specifications and product requirements.
• Follow all environmental/safety work instructions to maintain compliance with Volvo standards and applicable legal requirements.
• Complete and sustain daily 5S activities to support a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Submit safety observations as required to promote continuous improvement and workplace safety.
• Initiate Kaizen improvements/PSM and actively participate in cross-functional Kaizen/PMS events as needed to drive operational excellence.
• Actively work with waste identification and analysis to support productivity, quality, and cost improvement goals

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Communication and presentation skills
• Basic computer skills for Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and JDE
• Attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Accountability: Take the lead in getting the job done and accept responsibility for actions, performance, and personal improvements
• Must have one-year experience as a Quality Technician Entry to advance as a Quality Technician Professional
• Must have advanced knowledge of lean manufacturing principles to implement and document continuous improvements to advance as a Quality Technician Professional
• Requires on-the-job training.
• Must be able to lift heavy parts.

Equipment Used and Working Environment:

• Computer
• Hand tools – measuring type (calipers, dial calipers, micrometer, height gage, etc.)
• Safety shoes
• Gloves
• Hearing protection

Education and Experience:

• High school graduate or equivalent required

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $19.75 - $24.40/ hour, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Volvo Penta, a world-leading supplier of engines and complete drive systems for marine and industrial applications, you will be part of a global and diverse team of highly skilled professionals who works with passion, trust each other and embraces change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead,we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.