Quality

Quality Technician

October 25, 2023

Precision machining and assembly company working with customers worldwide in the defense, aerospace, automotive and medical industries is seeking an experienced Quality Technician.  
From concept to production our team strives for the highest levels of Safety, Precision and Efficiency in every aspect of every project by maintaining a quality management system that will continually improve its effectiveness and meet the requirements of the ISO 9001:2015 standard.
We are looking for responsible Team Member to be a firm advocate of Precision in our business. The ideal candidate will possess a trained eye for detail and will be reliable and committed. In depth knowledge and comprehension of quality standards is essential.
Responsibilities
• Read blueprints and instructions to comprehend the quality expectations for the product and supplies • Approve or reject raw materials with respect to quality standards and record supplier performance • Select output samples and check them using appropriate methods (measuring dimensions, testing functionality, comparing to specifications etc.) • Use automated systems to perform complex testing procedures • Maintain records of testing, information and various metrics such as number of defective products per day etc. • Inspect procedures of the entire production cycle to ensure they are efficient and comply with safety standards • Monitor the use of equipment to ensure it is safe and well-maintained and discard any that doesn’t meet requirements • Prepare and submit reports to the team. • Support in-process, start-up and final inspections; as well as perform engineering evaluations, process capability studies, and gage R&R studies. • Perform CMM machine inspections and proficient with standard machine inspection gages. • Facilitate ISO 9001 initiatives
Skills
• Proficient with GD&T • Attention to detail. • Proven experience as quality inspector or relevant role. • A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach.
• Responsible and trustworthy. • Familiarity with quality testing machines and systems. • Thorough knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies. • Ensure product conforms to customer requirements by performing detailed, dimensional inspections. • Problem solve effectively. • Works independently. • Efficiently read and comprehend blue prints. • Communicate with all team members in verbal and written formats. • Must have precision machining and manufacturing experience. • Must have ISO 9001 experience. • Preferred experience in supplier auditing.
Education:
• Certified Mechanical Inspector, Certified Quality Technician or Certified Quality Engineer
Salary commensurate on experience.
 
Schedule:
• 10 hour shift • Monday through Thursday • Friday Overtime
Experience:
• Manufacturing: 5-7 years (Preferred) • Quality Assurance 3-5 years

Quality Manager

October 25, 2023

SUMMARY

The Quality Management Representative is responsible for the quality operations function of the quality system and compliance aspects related to this function. The individual initiates and/or supports innovative activities associated to product quality, quality systems and compliance, establishes priorities and facilitates resource allocation. Responsibilities for this role include elements of strategic planning, product quality assurance, quality systems, compliance, quality planning and quality process excellence. Planning, coordinating and directly the quality assurance program designed to ensure compliance to customer and statutory/regulatory requirements along with facilitating continuous improvement of products and processes by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Above all this individual is guided and bound by the vision, mission, and strategic plan as determined by the General Management Team (GMT), with the organizational freedom and unrestricted access to top management to resolve matters pertaining to quality.
• Responsible for overall direction and evaluation of risk, configuration, and project management initiatives cascading directives throughout business and quality management systems.
• Acts as AS/ISO/medical management representative and responsible for executing and supervising internal and external audits.
• Attends all GMT meetings offering input from a Q.A. Management perspective.
• Formulates and maintains quality control objectives complementary to corporate policies, goals and AS/ISO/medical certifications.
• Oversees company calibration program.
• Develops and analyzes statistical data and product specifications to determine present standards and establish quality and reliability of WIP and finished goods.
• Conveys quality control philosophy to all personnel
• Maintains logbooks for ATF.
• Coordinates objectives with manufacturing procedures in cooperations with the Manufacturing Superintendent and Plant Managers to maximize product reliability and minimize cost.
• Applies total quality management tools and approaches to analytical and reporting processes within each work center.
• Acts as head of organizational culture change efforts for Quality Department or as needed in other areas.
• Directs workers engaged in inspection and testing activities to ensure continuous control over materials, facilities, and products.
• Directs the quality team within the company.
• Designs, implements, and institutes quality assurance training programs.
• Investigates and responds to customer complaints.
• Acts as head of Non-conforming MRB delivering reports to GMT and working through NCs & CARs to completion.
• Implements and manages the QA system required to support the Operations.
• Collaborates with GMT, Engineering, Estimating, Operations and Manufacturing leaders for continues improvement efforts.
• Measures performance of Quality Management System to company and goal/standards and international standards.
• Develops and directs procedures and methods to ensure quality standards and budgets at met and maintained.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise the daily management of quality operation activities like production and process control, validation and verification compliance, and supply chain quality.
• Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and coaching/training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree or 10 years related quality experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Metal Stamping industry experience a plus.
• Ability to be a leader and provide effective communication, coaching, and training.
• Knowledge of AS/ISO/medical requirements.  
• Working knowledge of APQP, process flow, FMEA, control plans and root cause analysis.
• Commitment to company values and ethics.
• Excellent communication skills and strong team leadership skills
• Working knowledge of regulatory compliance and business strategies preferred.

Lean or Six Sigma certification or experience is preferred.

Quality Liaison

October 24, 2023

Job Title:                        Quality Liaison

 

SUMMARY

Acts as a liaison with manufacturing personnel, account executives, estimators, suppliers, engineering and customers to relay and promote quality assurance by performing the following duties and others as assigned. This position also serves as a functional backup to the Quality Director.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Initiates nonconformance + corrective action reports including, investigation of root cause, immediate action including verification of corrective action per procedural guidelines.
• Assists in the customer return program, including CRA creation, creating work orders, inspection, dispositioning, scrapping, and documenting of nonconformance.
• Assist in communications with customer and internal personnel on quality issues.
• Creates and implements inspection criteria and procedures providing inspection activity for products throughout the manufacturing cycle including but not limited to: level III PPAP, contract review, FMEA’s, control plans, capability studies, Gage R&R’s, testing, and any other documentation required by customer or statutory/ regulatory specifications.  
• Generates and completes non-conformances and corrective action reports.
• Ensures compliance to customer and statutory/regulatory requirements through reviews, evaluations, and subsequent control plan implementations.
• Manages company’s approved supplier program working closely with suppliers and conducting on-site audits as scheduled.
• Assists with company’s calibration program.
• Ensures customer quality issues/requests are being addressed.
• Commitment to company values and ethics.
• Cross departmental training.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• A.S. in technical/management or quality disciplines; or five years related quality experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Metal stamping industry experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of AS/ISO requirements, with proven knowledge in AS9100 auditing.

• Working knowledge of APQP, Process Flow, FMEA, Control Plans and Root Cause analysis.
• Excellent communication skills and strong team leadership skills.
• Lean or Six Sigma certification or experience is preferred.

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 sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand and walk.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral 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 computer monitor glare and key boarding. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

2nd Shift Quality Control Technician

October 19, 2023

Strom Minnesota is currently looking for a 2nd Shift Quality Control Technician for our client in Chaska, MN.  **Applicants must live within a 30 mile radius of Chaska, MN.

2^nd Shift Quality Technician

3:30pm-2:am M-Th

Job Summary

The Quality Control Technician performs quality inspections throughout the production process.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections of components and completed assemblies at various phases of production and throughout the manufacturing process, including raw material, first article, first piece and in-process inspection.
• Complete appropriate documentation to ensure accurate quality records.
• Maintain quality test equipment, performing calibration tasks as required.
• Perform other tasks as warranted or assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

Work Environment

The employee is subject to inside environmental conditions with protection from weather conditions with moderate temperature fluctuation. The employee is exposed to hazards such as metal chips, oils and cutting fluids, and proximity to moving parts which require adherence to safety procedures and use of appropriate personal protective equipment.

Physical Requirements

The employee is required to have visual acuity to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position including close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to focus. The employee will be regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with their arms. This position requires occasional squatting/kneeling, forward bending, twisting/turning, pushing/pulling, neck rotation or extension, wrist rotation or extension, forearm rotation, grasping and pinching. The employee may occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 70lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read part prints or drawings and machining work orders, including GD&T.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Knowledge and experience using quality inspection equipment (ex. calipers, micrometers, bore gages, height gages, etc.).
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations including the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, proportions, geometry & trigonometry to practical situations.
• Interpersonal communication skills characterized by honest, professional, respectful communication and effective listening skills.
• Fluency in English verbal and written communication.
• High level of dependability.
• Flexibility with time and schedule, and availability for overtime when required.

Desirable Qualifications

• Two or more years of applicable post-secondary education.
• Background or experience in metal machining.
• Computer skills in Gage InSite or similar software.
• Familiarity with ISO standards.
• Experience in precision inspection and quality systems in a manufacturing environment.