Supplier Quality Technician I

Position Overview:

Ensure that all Knapheide supplier products and processes meet high quality standards, drive continuous improvement of quality, and maintain quality records for both internal and customer use. Understand the importance of upholding quality in satisfying customer requirements; take the appropriate actions to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner and communicated to the applicable departments.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the maintenance and execution of the KMAN Supplier Quality Management System
• Maintain and administer Supplier Quality Tickets via the KMAN ticket system to ensure requests are prioritized/fulfilled in a timely manner.
• Validate Supplier First Article Inspections and maintain records
• Perform scheduled audits of supplied products to assure compliance with our engineering prints, manufacturing procedures, and quality standards; perform incoming receiving inspections as necessary per procedures.
• Coordinate containment of defective product and initiate Supplier Corrective Action Requests as necessary (SCARS).
• Assist/Support continuous improvement of the KMAN Supplier Quality Management system

Position Requirements:

• Two-year technical degree or 2 years equivalent work experience in a quality related function is required.
• Candidate must demonstrate excellent print reading skills along with the ability to use measuring devices.
• Must successfully complete a 24-hour Weld Training course and be ASME Level 2 certified in VT nondestructive testing.
• Must have the ability to gather variable/statistical data.
• Communicate effectively both one-on-one and with cross-functional groups is a necessity.
• Ideal applicant will possess the ability to organize work and keep records (some computer skills required).
• Must be willing to accept responsibility.
• Flexibility in work schedule is a necessity (Scheduled hours may overlap other shifts as necessary).
• Travel ≤ 10% of work schedule

Physical/Mental Requirements Needed to Perform the Essential Functions of the Position:

• Normal standing, bending, walking and lifting associated with office and shop floor environments.
• Must be able to work outdoors in normal environmental conditions.
• Must be able to communicate verbally with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Current Openings for Supplier Quality Technician I Jobs at Knapheide Manufacturing