Quality Technician Level I
Basic Purpose
Develop quality processes to ensure parts, weldments, assemblies, and complete machines meet Engineering specifications, PSO requirements, Quality specifications, customer requirements, and company standards.
Nature and Scope
This position works under the general direction of the Quality Control Manager. The incumbent must be able to fulfill the duties of inspection as well as assist Quality Management in gathering quality data, producing quality reports, and documenting quality concerns. The incumbent must be able to interpret blueprints and assist production personnel in identifying and correcting issues related to forming, machining, welding, assembly, and final machine inspection.
The incumbent must understand the properties of metals and basic principles of welding processes and equipment. The incumbent must possess mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical knowledge sufficient to perform inspections of completed assemblies and finished machines. The incumbent must work effectively with production employees, foremen, superintendents, engineers, and other departments while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
Principal Accountabilities
- Performs inspections of parts, weldments, assemblies, and complete machines to ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
- Inspects welding operations for proper technique, penetration, fusion, appearance, and conformance to company and customer requirements.
- Reviews blueprints, work orders, PSOs, change orders, and customer purchase order requirements for accuracy and compliance.
- Performs chassis inspections, assembly inspections, load tests, paint inspections, final rig-out inspections, and corrective action verification activities.
- Documents inspection findings and assists in developing technical reports related to quality concerns.
- Identifies quality issues and reports discrepancies to appropriate departments for review and resolution.
- Maintains accurate records and documentation within company management systems.
- Supports Quality Department objectives through consistency, initiative, sound judgment, and professional conduct.