Quality Technician

S+S Industries is GROWING!

Want to be part of an amazing organization that knows their employees are one of their most valuable assets?

S+S is family owned and has been in business for over 40 years. We are a leading provider of electroplated coatings in the oilfield, power generation, consumer goods, and automotive industries.

We are currently seeking for a Quality Technician that wants to grow with S+S and be a part of our Quality team!

This position is located in Houston, TX 77011 (East Downtown).

Qualifications:

- 2–5 years in QA/QC for metal fabrication or bus-bar; mix of inspection and engineering support preferred

- Comfortable with prints and basic GD&T; capable with common shop gages

- Experience with PFMEA/control plans, PPAP/FAI, NCRs/8D, and basic SPC; or demonstrably trainable

- Working knowledge of ERP and Excel (data entry, charts, pareto)

- Clear communicator; steady under pressure; detail-first and coachable

- Forklift experience

- Ability to multitask and maintain effectiveness in a fast-paced environment

- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

- Must be punctual and reliable

- Bilingual (Spanish , English) is a plus

Responsibilities (include, but are not limited to):

- First-piece and patrol inspection

– verify prints, revision, special notes; check bend angle/flatness, hole size/location, slot/burr, saw length/finish, surface and label placement

– record results to control plan; escalate deviations and support quick correction

- Final/packing verification

– confirm kit completeness, labels/barcodes, part ID/rev, paperwork, and traceability to traveler and lot/heat

- Risk-based controls

– maintain and improve PFMEAs and control plans; update detection/prevention methods after issues or engineering changes

– participate in process reviews and introduce checks that reduce RPN and escape risk

- Data and problem solving

– log defects with photos; trend scrap, rework, and first-piece acceptance; run pareto and simple SPC (X-bar/R or IMR)

– lead or support 8D, 5-Why, and fishbone; verify effectiveness of corrective actions

- PPAP and documentation

– collect and organize FAIR/PPAP packages (flowdown, ballooned print, results, MSA, capability where applicable)

– ensure certs/CoC and special requirements are attached to the job packet/shipment packet

- Gaging, MSA, and calibration

– perform or coordinate Gage R&R for critical measurements; spot-check gage condition and calibration status

- Traceability and records

– preserve copper/aluminum lot/heat through each operation; ensure traveler, label, and records match

- Continuous improvement

– partner with Production on setup reduction and error-proofing; create/maintain visual standards at Punch, Brake, Saw, and Packing

- Communication

– clear handoffs at shift change; concise updates to leads and managers; document holds, rework, and releases in ERP and logbooks

Technical competencies

- Print reading, GD&T basics (features, datums, tolerances)

- Measurement methods: calipers, micrometers, pin/plug gauges, height gage/surface plate, angle gauges/protractors; simple attribute gauges

- PFMEA and control plan maintenance; basic SPC and capability (Cp/Cpk)

- MSA concepts (bias, linearity, stability, R&R)

- ERP transactions for quality holds/releases and record attachments (Visual or similar)

- Bus-bar specifics: protection of tin-plated surfaces, burr and edge criteria, label/spec placement, moisture/scratch prevention in packing

KPIs influenced

- First-piece acceptance rate and first-pass yield

- Scrap and rework hours; NCR count and closure lead time

- PPAP/FAI on-time completion and right-first-time rate

- Gage R&R acceptance; control-plan audit score

- Traceability accuracy and documentation completeness

Shift: Days - Monday-Saturday 5:00am-5:00pm: overtime as needed

Compensation: Depending on experience

Night shift premium - $2 additional per hour (5pm-5am)

S+S Industries offers the following benefit options:

- Probationary Period Excellence Bonus

- Paid Time Off

- Benefits package (Medical, Vision, Dental, etc.)

- 401(k) Retirement Plan

- Company Paid Holidays

This position in located in East Downtown near Navigation and Wayside Dr.

Must pass drug screen and background check prior to employment offer.