Quality Technician

SUMMARY

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for ensuring components and assemblies meet company quality standards, for inspection of production materials, as well as engineering or unreleased product. The Quality Control Inspector may audit material at supplier, as well as audit supplier quality control programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs set up, samples, test and inspection/audits of complex materials, products or and processes.
• Able to read, interpret and measure product to engineering drawings.
• Works with suppliers and other groups inspecting and determining the disposition of materials.
• Keeps records and makes reports indicating results of inspections.
• Supports MRB process, ensuring proper segregation, identification, and disposition of discrepant material.
• Facilitates, creates, and updates inspection documentation as needed to ensure compliance.
• Measurement and Test Equipment (M&TE), able to use common gages and equipment to complete measurements accurately.

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Inspection Concepts, Techniques and Processes (use of tools and equipment)
• Knowledge of basic computer skills for data entry and to operate testing equipment.
• Familiar with GD&T and related measurement techniques.
• Ability to properly complete/audit assembly related documentation including inspection forms, nonconformance documentation, etc.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school education or any equivalent combination of training and experience
• Intermediate reading and math skills (report writing, algebraic and geometrical calculations).
• ASQ certified Quality Inspector preferred.
• Able to attain EPA Refrigerant handling certification, if applicable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described 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.

Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed and may require walking primarily on a level surface for a significant amount of the day (>8 hours). This position requires frequent reaching with occasional reaching above shoulder heights. May be occasionally required to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required.

This position may also require excellent eyesight to identify colors, depth, and dimension in the day-to-day work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The primary work environment provides for co-worker interactions, ambient room temperature, excellent lighting, and traditional assembly line production equipment as found in a typical manufacturing environment. The area is free from oils and other disagreeable elements. Certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as respirators, gloves, and mandatory hearing protection. Safety glasses and closed toed and closed heel shoes are required in all manufacturing areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

NOTE: The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job. Individuals must possess these minimum qualifications or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of knowledge, skills and abilities.

The job description may be supported by additional records.

DISCLAIMER

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested in the course of employment. Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to perform this job successfully; the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitude to perform each duty proficiently. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. The Company reserves the right to change the requirements of the position to meet the changing needs of the Company. Changes may include, but are not limited to, the essential duties and the qualification required for the position.

Bergstrom Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.