Quality Technician

MAAG Pump Systems, Automatik Plastics Machinery, Gala Industries, Reduction Engineering Scheer and Ettlinger – five successful and well experienced companies have joined forces to become the global partner for the polymer industry. As manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing and filtration systems and also pulverizers we offer top-grade equipment for your demanding requirements – not only for polymer applications, but also for the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical and food industry.

Main position objectives

The Quality Technician is responsible for assuring components and equipment meet quality standards. This position will be responsible for various inspection points including incoming goods inspection, in-process inspection and final inspection of finished equipment. Will work to develop the vendor base to improve incoming quality and help develop inspection and test methods to improve work in process and finished goods.

Position description – Tasks, Responsibilities, Competencies 

· Develop and perform procedures for inspection of incoming goods, work in process and finished

equipment.

· Develop and implement procedures as part of a Vendor Certification Program

· Perform physical inspections on incoming components, work in process and finished equipment.

· Utilize problem solving techniques for root cause corrective action

· Use the NCMR system and train others on it for proper documentation of quality issues

· Work with and support other departments to improve quality issues

· Perform calibrations as needed and help support the instrument calibration program

· Maintain and promote safety standards

· Use micrometers and other measuring equipment for inspections

Job Specification

Education (area of studies, Management, IT etc.)

Mandatory

· High school diploma or equal. Additional technical skill sets is a plus

Desirable

· Quality Inspector Certification (ASQ or other)

Professional experience (description incl. No. of years)

Mandatory

· Min 3 years of experience in a Quality Control / Improvement role

· Min 3 years of experience using measuring / test equipment including micrometers and multi-meters

· Ability to read a CAD drawing and measure critical dimensions

Desirable

· Experience in metal processing, welding or mechanical assembly is desirable

Interpersonal skills and behavioral competencies

Mandatory

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Demonstrates ownership and entrepreneurial behavior

· Innovative mindset, always looking at improving our processes

· Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks

· Independent self-starter with ability to problem solve and anticipate and avoid issues

· Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win

· Customer-focused with the ability to coach and mentor

· Ability to multi-task and react to change quickly

· Strong aptitude in contingency planning

· Ability to shift resources to bottle neck areas, load balance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.