Sr. Quality Technician

Rain Bird; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rain Bird in Tucson, AZ seeks a Senior Quality Technician responsible for ensuring incoming materials meet drawings and quality requirements before release to production. The role also provides technical support for root cause investigations by collecting, organizing, and analyzing quality and process data.

You will perform material inspections using tooling and Vision Inspection Systems, conduct statistical analyses, generate DMRs, support MRB, perform Gauge R&R and DOEs, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Associate or Technical degree in a related field.
• Proficiency with Excel and quality data reporting tools.
• Strong knowledge of blueprint/drawing interpretation, measurement techniques, and inspection methods.
• Strong knowledge of data analysis, problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Experience using metrology measuring equipment and Vision Systems (Micro-View, Scanners, etc.).
• GD&T experience, able to read and understand drawings.
• Statistical background (i.e. capability studies, Gage R&R).
• Ability to write appropriate Work Instructions and procedures.
• English communication skills; high integrity and results-driven.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections of raw materials using tooling and Vision Inspection Systems.
• Performs statistical analysis of data (ANOVA, pareto charts, etc.).
• Collects and analyzes inspection, defects and process data to identify trends.
• Generates Defective Material Reports (DMR) for non-conforming materials.
• Controls inventory within MRB.
• Performs Gauge R&R studies, DOEs, and assists in process validations.
• Provides data and technical information to support RCA.
• Ensures control plans and documentation are maintained.
• Monitors and reports on quality issues, scrap, rework, and PPM.
• Supports supplier quality issues and corrective-action activities.
• Undertakes special assignments and continuous improvement.
• Provides technical guidance to other Quality Technicians.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Measurement techniques

Quality control

Statistical methods

Communication skills

Six Sigma Green Belt

Education

Associate or Technical degree

Tools

Excel

Vision Systems

Metrology equipment

Infinity SPC system

Gage R&R tools

Job description

The Sr. Quality Technician is responsible for ensuring that incoming materials, components, and purchased parts meet established engineering drawings, specifications and quality requirements before being released for production. Senior Quality Technician also provides technical support for root cause investigations by collecting, organizing, and analyzing quality and process data.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections of raw materials using special tooling and Vision Inspection Systems
• Performs statistical analysis of data (correlation, ANOVA, pareto charts, etc.) as required.
• Collects and analyzes inspection, defects and process data to identify trends and recurring problems.
• Generates Defective Material Reports (DMR) for non-conforming materials.
• Responsible for controlling inventory within MRB.
• Performs Gauge R&R studies, DOEs, and assist in process validations.
• Provides data and technical information to support root cause analysis (RCA)
• Ensure control plans and associated documentation are maintained.
• Monitors and reports on quality related issues, scrap, rework levels, and parts per million (PPM)
• Supports supplier quality issues and corrective-action activities.
• Undertakes special assignments as required.
• Contributes and participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Provides technical guidance and support to other Quality Technicians as needed.
• Position requires an individual who is enthusiastic, hardworking and team player.

Qualifications

• Associate or Technical degree
• Proficiency with excel and quality data reporting tools.
• Strong knowledge of blueprint/drawing interpretation, measurement techniques, and inspection methods.
• Strong knowledge of data analysis, problem solving and root cause analysis.
• Experience using metrology measuring equipment and Vision Systems (Micro-View, Scanners, etc.)
• GD&T experience, able to read and understand drawings.
• Statistical background (i.e. capability studies, Gage R&R)
• Able to write appropriate Work Instructions and procedures.
• Ability to perform statistical analysis (ANOVA, Correlation test, etc.)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills (English), high integrity, results driven.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with “Infinity” SPC system.
• Six Sigma or Green Belt Certification
• Proficiency in Excel

Rain Bird is an equal opportunity employer.