Quality Technician-2nd Shift

Job Summary
Responsible for ensuring product quality, resolving quality issues, and supporting inspection, auditing, and measurement activities within a manufacturing environment on 2nd shift (2:45 pm–11:45 pm).

Key Responsibilities

• Perform receiving inspections of raw materials using defined sampling plans.
• Conduct in-process audits and address floor-level quality concerns.
• Use measurement tools—including CMM/Faro Arm and handheld gauges—for part, fixture, and dimensional studies.
• Complete calibrations, update related software, and maintain accurate inspection records.
• Issue quality alerts and manage SCARs, corrective actions, and performance testing documentation.
• Work with vendors and internal teams to resolve quality problems.
• Prepare PPAP documentation and support analysis activities such as Cpk studies, SPC, and measurement system studies.
• Provide recommendations for process improvement aligned with continuous improvement and waste-reduction principles.
• Assist as the plant liaison and support communication between departments as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical education preferred.
• 1–5 years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment (welding, cut & sew, upholstery preferred).
• Knowledge of quality methods such as PPAP, Corrective Actions, FMEA, Control Plans, DOE, SPC, and print reading.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Understanding of quality measurement techniques, mechanical concepts, testing, and data analysis.
• English fluency required; bilingual skills a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 45 lbs, and perform activities such as reaching, balancing, kneeling, or crouching.
• Visual capability for close, distance, color, and depth perception, and adjusting focus.

PPE Requirements

• Safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves (provided).
• Steel-toed shoes required.