QUALITY TECHNICIAN I

K & N Engineering Inc; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

K & N Engineering Inc. is seeking a 2nd shift QA Inspector to audit and monitor quality compliance throughout the manufacturing process.

You will conduct mechanical, dimensional and visual inspections, document findings in the BMS, and ensure traceability of materials and sub-assemblies. Responsibilities include interpreting specifications and engineering prints, communicating with product managers and purchasing, and maintaining accurate records across databases while adhering to safety and

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in manufacturing or similar environment.
• Must possess basic writing skills.
• Familiarity with basic measuring tools: calipers, micrometer, angle gauge.
• Competent with K&N’s BMS and Microsoft Office.
• ISO 9001 and QA experience helpful.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Audit and monitor quality requirements in accordance with the company QA policies and specifications.
• Conduct inspections on products at all stages of the manufacturing process.
• Document and report inspection findings in the BMS via Task entries.
• Read and interpret specifications and engineering prints.
• Perform product identification and traceability activities as required.
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Purchasing and Area Supervisors to resolve inspection issues.
• Document information in databases and internal programs.
• Follow all clean-up, housekeeping, safety and work rules.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Basic writing skills

Tools

Calipers

Micrometer

Angle gauge

Excel

Word

Windows OS

Job description

2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday 3:00PM-1:30AMEssential Duties & Responsibilities:Audit and monitor quality requirements in accordance with the company quality assurance policies and specifications.Conduct inspections on products at all stages of the manufacturing process.Document and report inspection findings and results in the BMS via Task entries.Perform mechanical, dimensional and visual/cosmetic inspection of raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies as per Inspection Plans and Specification Requirements.Read and interpret specifications and Engineering prints.Perform product identification and traceability activities, as required.Work with other company personnel to resolve inspection questions. Communicate/interface with:Product Managers to ensure product is in compliance with Specifications.Purchasing to address/resolve findings on supplied products.Area Supervisors on non-conformities that have originated in their area of responsibility.Document information on the computer in various databases and other internal programs.Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures. Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.Experience, Skills & Education:Experience Level: minimum of two years in a manufacturing or similar environment.Must possess basic writing skillsUnderstanding and use of basic measuring tools (Calipers, micrometer & angle gage) preferred.Competent in use of K&N’s Business Management System (BMS)Previous ISO 9001 experience helpful.Previous Quality Assurance experience helpful.Must be competent in use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Windows software.Additional Qualities Necessary:Must be detail oriented and well organized.Must demonstrate ability to simultaneously handle multiple duties, prioritize, follow through on all tasks and projects, and meet pre-determined deadlines with limited supervisionAbility to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with internal and external customers and in a 1-on-1 or team situationConsistently demonstrate a positive company image to K&N customers