Quality Control Technician

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY

The Quality Control Technician will support the equipment department with complex tasks and perform basic testing and inspection of all incoming products to ensure acceptability and functionality of approved goods.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Inspection of incoming goods, checking material, dimensions, threads, next assembly fit, and any other attributes of an item compared to a specification. Log every inspection on the QC list.
• Measure physical attributes of an item e.g. dimensions, weight, thickness and compare it against a specification. This responsibility involves the use of a digital weighing scale, caliper, ruler and any other tools needed to measure relevant data.
• Compatibility tests on all pumps.
• Writing reports to validate or indicate deviations from existing standards.
• Identify, segregate, label, and document any non-conforming material.
• Communicate quality concerns and patterns to the appropriate personnel.
• Ensure all quality, production, and relevant documentation are completed accurately and stored securely.
• Participate in continuous improvement process.
• General QC housekeeping to ensure that the area is clean, tidy and orderly.
• Understand and comply with safety laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical - Collects and researches data.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict; open to new ideas. A team player with strong leadership skills.

Oral Communication – Articulates well and is able to communicate with a variety of personnel.

Written Communication - Presents numerical data effectively in the form of tables, charts and graphs. Good report writing.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.

Dependability - Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Seeks increased responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Associates Degree preferred.
• Minimum (2) year experience in Quality.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.

MATHEMATICS AND LANGUAGE SKILLS

Solid mathematics skills up to and including simple algebra. Fluency in spoken and written English. Knowledge of Spanish is a plus.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where standardization exists.

COMPUTER SKILLS

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have solid knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint and Sequel database.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.