Technician, Quality - 1st Shift

Samuel, Son & Co.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Samuel, Son & Co. is seeking a Quality Technician in Birmingham, AL to perform final and in-process inspections and audits.

You will work in a team-based setting to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions, using precision measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and CMMs. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, reads blueprints, and can interpret GD&T.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; certificate in related field.
• 1–3 years hands-on experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Knowledge of precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, dial indicators.
• Knowledge of GD&T and coordinate measuring machines; 3D measurement and imaging machines.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and manufacturing prints.
• Experience in monitoring and audit processes is a plus.
• Some trade school or training in measurement techniques is desirable.
• Capable of working with minimal supervision and making sound decisions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Drive root cause analysis of nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
• Use precision measuring equipment to inspect products and determine release suitability.
• Perform 3D metrology using CMMs and 3D measurement/imaging machines.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections; perform first article inspection and setup validation.
• Audit processes and perform incoming material inspections.
• Develop visual work instructions with stakeholders.
• Work rotating shifts as needed by business needs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma

Certificate in related field

Associate degree considered an asset

Tools

Coordinate measuring machines

3D measurement equipment

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Gage/fixtures inspection tools

MS Office

Job description

The Quality Technician is responsible for final and in-process inspections and audits. The ideal candidate candidate is a detail-oriented team player interested in professional growth in quality as it applies to processes and manufacturing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works with others in a team-based setting to drive the root cause of nonconformance as well as identify corrective actions needed.
• Use standard precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, height gages, dial indicators, and various other measuring devices.
• Perform 3D metrology utilizing coordinate measuring machines as well as 3D measurement and imaging machines
• Perform visual and cosmetic inspection of product to determine suitability for release.
• Perform 1st article inspection and process set-up validation.
• Perform process and product audits.
• Perform incoming raw material inspections.
• Work with appropriate stakeholders to develop visual work instructions.
• Perform other duties as required or directed by supervision and may be required to work rotating shifts as business needs dictate.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma required and completion of a certificate in a related field. An Associate degree considered an asset.
• One (1) to three (3) years hands on experience in an industrial manufacturing facility. Knowledge and experience in tooling, fabrication, machining, and inspection of gages/fixtures is preferred
• Knowledge of standard precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, bore gages, dial indicators, and other handheld manual measuring devices.
• Knowledge of G, D, & T including coordinate measuring machines as well as 3D measurement and imaging machines
• Able to read and interpret blueprints, manufacturing prints, and specification requirements
• Experience in monitoring and audit processes is a plus.
• Some trade school or training in measurement techniques is desirable.
• Can perform tasks with minimal supervision.
• Operate independently and make sound business decisions
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Adaptability to fast pace multi-changing work environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to effectively communicate with others and work in a team-based environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with MS Office products and software.

Ability to work safely and in compliance with Company safety rules and policies.
Equal Opportunity Employer