Quality Technician - Pelzer (Weekday)

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Quality Technician to uphold high safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes implementing NCR/8D processes, auditing activities, and closing out non-conformances while collaborating with engineering, production, and vendors.

The candidate will identify quality improvements, support root-cause investigations, and ensure issues are communicated through portals. Strong attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years' experience using measuring tools to perform quality checks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a member of a team in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to plan and organize responsibilities according to needs of the company.
• Ability to make decision and self-pace your work. Strong prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability in an organized manner using 8D/NCR methodology.
• Experience with Data Collection.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and measure or test product to determine conformance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to interact with multiple people at different levels to include but not limited to upper management, production, engineering, clients, and vendors to creatively resolve quality issues.
• Must act in the best interest of Vertiv to clients and suppliers.
• Must have an employment track record consistent with Vertiv Internal Job Posting standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive, progressive, and productive attitude toward plant targets and objectives regarding reliability, accountability, safety, integrity, quality, and productivity as a unified goal.
• Utilize the NCR process and 8D approach to building quality into the processes including but not limited to:
• Internally Audit daily work activities within the organization to identify non-conformances in process that require sustained correction.
• Expeditiously Initiate, Manage-by-Priority, and Close out NCR's.
• Escalate repeated non-conformances or advanced level problems to QA Engineers.
• Ensures a quality product is passed through all stations.
• Identifies opportunities to build quality into the products and processes.
• Works closely with engineering, production, safety, vendors to ensure product compliance.
• Engage in any improvements which seek to drive the COPQ down.
• Supports Quality Engineering with root cause investigation and corrective action implementation.
• Updates customer issue responses within customer portal and/or NCR system to support communication and feedback on reported issues.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Planning

Decision making

Problem solving

Data collection

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Quality mindset

Face-to-face interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

POSSITION SUMMARY

The ideal candidate should have steady work history that shows commitment, quality, and reliability to their work. The Quality Technician will be responsible for ensuring a high level of quality is maintained throughout the process. You must have the ability to work to a high standard of safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain positive, progressive, and productive attitude toward plant targets and objectives regarding reliability, accountability, safety, integrity, quality, and productivity as a unified goal.
• Utilize the NCR process and 8D approach to building quality into the processes including but not limited to:
• Internally Audit daily work activities within the organization to identify non-conformances in process that require sustained correction.
• Expeditiously Initiate, Manage-by-Priority, and Close out NCR's.
• Escalate repeated non-conformances or advanced level problems to QA Engineers.
• Ensures a quality product is passed through all stations.
• Identifies opportunities to build quality into the products and processes.
• Works closely with engineering, production, safety, vendors to ensure product compliance.
• Engage in any improvements which seek to drive the COPQ down.
• Supports Quality Engineering with root cause investigation and corrective action implementation.
• Updates customer issue responses within customer portal and/or NCR system to support communication and feedback on reported issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Job Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience using measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, and/or tape measures) to do in-depth quality checks.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a member of a team in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to plan and organize your responsibilities according to needs of the company.
• Ability to make decision and self-pace your work. Strong prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability in an organized manner using 8D/NCR methodology.
• Experience with Data Collection.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and measure or test product to determine conformance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to interact with multiple people at different levels to include but not limited to upper management, production, engineering, clients, and vendors to creatively resolve quality issues.
• Must act in the best interest of Vertiv to clients and suppliers.
• Must have an employment track record consistent with Vertiv Internal Job Posting standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Quality related certifications and training (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Calibration, 9-hour Quality Technician, etc.)
• Trained Internal Auditor and experience auditing to internal and ISO standards.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Light Lifting (5 Ibs.-25 Ibs.)
• Frequent Standing
• Frequent kneeling / crawling / stooping
• Frequent bending / twisting

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Noise Level (Low/Medium)
• Working around moving machinery (fork-lifts, tractors)
• Protective Equipment Required (earplugs, gloves, eyewear, respirator, mask, etc.)
• Work outdoors (no effective protection from weather)

TRAVEL TIME REQUIRED

none

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5.0 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS

• Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail]

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About the Team

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.