QA Technician Powder 1st Shift

General Summary:

Performs a variety of Quality Assurance duties including, but not limited to inspecting material for quality issues safely and efficiently while maintaining high quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Accurately records quality data in necessary computer programs.

- Performs quality tests including but not limited to colorimeter readings, crosshatch, mil thickness, pencil hardness, cure, and gloss.

- Actively watches for major quality issues and reports any discovered to the Department Lead immediately.

- Can locate, read, comprehend and execute proper work instructions.

- Understands Quality Management System as it relates to their job including indentifying, processing and labeling of non-conforming parts and preventative and corrective actions.

- Acts as a resource for others in the department concerning quality and other simple production issues.

- Operates small hand tools including, but not limited to quality test equipment (calipers, gauges, etc.) as necessary.

- Ensures work areas are accessible and safe for employee and customer traffic by maintaining a clean work area at all times.

- Establishes efficient work flow based on product and task.

- Efficiently uses quality testing materials and other supplies and notifies the correct person when supplies run low.

- Properly wears required Personal Protective Equipment.

- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

- Knowledge of quality inspection standards normally acquired through six (6) months experience in a similar position required.

- Must have good attention to detail in order to visually identify minute imperfections or defects.

- Proficiency with computer use including word processing and spreadsheet programs.

- Must have good data entry skills and accuracy.

- Previous experience with small hand tools and quality inspection tools is beneficial.

- Ability to work in a team or independently.