Supplier Quality Technician C

L3Harris Technologies; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Cincinnati, OH, seeks a Supplier Quality Technician to ensure products meet established quality standards. Responsibilities include detailed inspections, documentation, and collaboration with suppliers to improve quality. Candidates should have significant experience in manufacturing, strong communication, and analytical skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.

The role requires a high school diploma and extensive relevant experience. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of AS9100 and GD&T principles.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment is required.
• Experience applying GD&T principles and interpreting technical documents.
• Knowledge of Root Cause Analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Inspect products received to ensure compliance with standards.
• Document inspection results and manage data entering.
• Collaborate with engineering and suppliers for quality performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Job Title

Supplier Quality Technician C

Job Code

37533

Job Location

Cincinnati, OH

Job Schedule

4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days per week

Job Description

As a Supplier Quality Technician at L3Harris, you will be responsible for ensuring that all products and materials received meet the established standards of quality including reliability, usability, and performance to protect the customer. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can consistently apply objective criteria to the inspection process and contribute to the continuous improvement of our products and processes.

Essential Functions

• Perform detailed inspections ensuring that the product received from the supplier meets specifications and is compliant with purchase orders, engineering drawings, acceptance testing, and contractual requirements.
• Utilize measurement tools and math/statistical skills to complete FAIs (First Article Inspections), both visual and physical, per requirements.
• Document inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarizing rework and waste; inputting data into the quality database(s).
• Identify non-conformities and elevate to Quality Engineering support staff as needed.
• Review, analyze, and report on quality discrepancies related to assembly, process, mechanical, and/or electrical systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, operations, and the suppliers to drive quality performance, mitigate risk, and ensure product compliance.
• Continuously improve supplier quality assurance and incoming inspection by way of creative thinking geared towards enhancements via planning, tools, processes, qualifications, measurement system analysis (e.g. Gage R&R), capability studies, and management of supplied components.
• Support Zero Defect culture by assisting in the development of robust processes, performing process/product validations, and recommending internal and external improvements.
• Share best practices and lessons learned associated with quality, OTD, and inspection.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Perform additional responsibilities related to supplier quality and cross‑functional support as assigned by the manager to meet departmental and organizational goals and objectives.
• Keen attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Full understanding and use of quality control principles and methodologies.
• Effective problem‑solving and investigation experience.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with the ability to effectively evaluate supplier data along with internal metrics to help define go‑forward plans and take action accordingly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts and techniques.
• Manual dexterity is needed to perform precise tasks.
• Continuous improvement mindset and thorough knowledge of technical elements of manufacturing and engineering with the ability to identify process variability, as well as making informed judgement and recommendations within the supply chain.
• Dynamic, resourceful, and known for a sense of initiative… an innovative, problem‑solver.
• Ability to stand, sit, move, squat, lift, and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to comply with ITAR regulations as applicable.
• Travel.
• Ability to obtain a US security clearance.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience OR 2 years post‑Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably in mechanical and/or electronic products (e.g., Defense, Aerospace, or Medical).
• Experience in applying GD&T principles to read and interpret drawings and technical documents.
• Knowledge and experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA) tools/techniques and implementing sustainable corrective action.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Working knowledge of AS9100 Aerospace Quality Management System Standard and AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
• Professional certification (e.g., Six Sigma, ASQ CQE, CSQP, or SQE).li>
• Minitab experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. For information regarding your Right To Work, please refer to the posted E-Verify materials.