Quality Technician

About the Organization
At Polo, we make lives better by manufacturing products for the medical, fire & safety, industrial, and government defense markets. Polo Custom Products has been in business since 1947, designing and manufacturing products right here in the U.S.A.! Our culture of continuous improvement and financial solvency ensure that you can have a career for years to come.
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Monitors production of products to assure that all products manufactured meet customer specifications and achieve superior quality and reliability levels by following work instructions, test procedures and approved samples. Stops production if product deviates from acceptable quality level and assists in finding root cause to determine appropriate steps going forward.
Here is what you will do...

1. Serves as a positive role model consistent with Polo's corporate culture at all times.
2. Comprehends job instructions, internal drawings, Customer Prints and follows given test procedures.
3. Report quality issues during floor inspections and testing procedures to area managers.
4. Shuts down production when necessary.
5. Maintains and completes thorough record keeping.
6. Evaluates test specimens and runs necessary equipment for all lab testing.
7. Assists in resolving quality issues on raw materials, work-in-process, Imports and finished goods where warranted.
8. Works with other Quality team associates on stock checks, floor checks, sorting raw materials, Imports and finished goods where warranted.
9. Calibrates items listed on internal calibration schedule and sends out gages and instruments for outside calibration if tasked.
10. Aids other departments as needed or requested.
11. Completes Dimensional Layouts and First Article Inspections when required
12. Works with Sales, PD and Production to establish appropriate test and work instructions for specific products when requested
13. Crossed train with Quality Manager to assume duties during time of absence/vacation.
14. Works weekends, shift changes (split or 2nd) when necessary.
15. Practices 6S principles

We offer many competitive benefits...

1. Retire Well - 401K with Company Match
2. Paid Time Off
3. Enjoy Your Holidays - Eight Paid Holidays
4. Take Care of Yourself and Family - Healthcare (medical, dental, Flex spending)
5. See Well - Vision program, including Safety Glasses
6. Be Well - "WellBeing" program provides free annual Biometric Screening, Flu Shots, Prizes, and Awards
7. Improve Yourself - Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000/year
8. Have Fun! Our great culture is friendly and community oriented!

Position Requirements
Here is what you will need to qualify...

1. Education: High school or equivalent preferred.
2. Experience: Preferred manufacturing and quality experience

Here are the competencies we are looking for...

1. Ability to work effectively in a diverse work environment.
2. Must be a TEAM player.
3. Good communication skills, written and verbal.
4. Read and understand production jobs, drawings and record keeping requirements.
5. Organized, responsible, punctual and self-disciplined.
6. Highly self-motivated.
7. Working knowledge of hand tools, test gauges and tensile tester.
8. Good math and reading skills.
9. Computer knowledge. Working knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook etc.).
10. Ability to maintain accurate records.
11. Follow oral and written instructions.
12. Ability to make decisions and solve minor problems independently.

Here are the physical requirements...

1. Close visual work on the computer for long periods of time.
2. Ability to read, write and communicate 100% of the time via phone, e-mail or in person to internal and external customers
3. Moves frequently about the facility pinching, gripping, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, walking, climbing and reaching.
4. Able to remain in a stationary position standing or sitting 50% of the time.
5. Occasionally lifts/and or carries objects about the facility up to 35 lbs. or with the proper equipment.
6. Ability to work on multi-level storage areas via-stairs.

Here is the work environment...

1. Usually in typical office environment; when in plant or Lab environment, could be exposed to noise, fumes, and variation in temperature.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Shift
Second
Open Date
10/17/2023
Location
Polo Custom Products IA
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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This position is currently accepting applications.