Quality Technician - Experienced-US

Kennametal; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal Roanoke Rapids is seeking an Experienced Quality Technician to maintain the Roanoke Rapids Quality Labs, perform dimensional and visual measurements, and report findings to Quality Management.

The role includes equipment calibration, calibration software maintenance, in-process inspections, and data entry in SAP. A high school diploma and 1–3 years of relevant experience are preferred, with vocational training valued. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; vocational training preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with gage calibration and maintenance.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Proficiency with SAP, MS Office, and GageTrak.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual measurements using comparators and gages.
• Calibrate and maintain calibration software.
• Conduct in-process inspections of inserts.
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Document data in SAP and ensure timely records.
• Coordinate with Quality Manager and other departments.

Skills

Strong communication

Calibration procedures

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

GageTrak

Job description

About Kennametal

With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader,Kennametal Inc.delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn toKennametalto help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Learn more atkennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Quality Technician - Experienced

Job Summary

This position maintains the operational effectiveness of the Roanoke Rapids Quality Labs and determines dimensional and visual acceptance. The Quality Lab Technician performs laboratory measurements on inserts and reports findings to Quality Management. The Quality Technician is also responsible for the calibration, inspection, and maintenance of equipment, as well as other projects.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual measurements using comparators, Keyence systems, hard gages, and other equipment.
• Perform calibration and maintain calibration software.
• Perform in-process inspections of inserts, as needed.
• Conduct internal process audits, as needed.
• Read and interpret dimensions and instructions from part prints.
• Perform Cp and Cpk measurements for the certification process.
• Understand process routing.
• Conduct special testing and analysis to support plant problem-solving efforts and engineering projects.
• Interface with equipment vendors, as needed.
• Work with SAP and perform data entry.
• Maintain timely and accurate records.
• Demonstrate strong coordination, communication, and organizational skills.
• Report directly to the Quality Manager while interacting extensively with all departments.
• Work effectively in a diverse environment where self-motivation is essential to success.

Education, Work Experience, Skills & Certificates

• Must have a high school diploma
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Perform gage calibration and maintenance.
• Be proficient in required computer software, including SAP, Microsoft Office, and GageTrak.
• Have 1-3 years of relevant experience (preferred).
• Have vocational training or equivalent industry experience (preferred).
• Effectively use gages and measurement devices to verify compliance with drawings and product specifications, and retrieve and interpret engineering drawings.
• Read and understand insert identification charts, process routings, and operating procedures, and properly interpret insert defect criteria.
• Follow procedures and work instructions for conducting customer certifications.
• Apply experience and skills to complete assigned work within the area of expertise.
• Work in accordance with standard operating procedures and established scientific methods.

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.