Lead Quality Technician at TWE Nonwovens US Inc

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Sep, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

16 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Testing, Lab Analysis, Quality Control, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, 8D Problem Solving, Calibration, Nonconforming Material Disposition, Technical Writing, Statistical Tools, Team Leadership

Industry

Textile Manufacturing

Description

Description JOB TITLE: Lead Quality Technician PLANT: High Point - Fort Wayne - Schertz REPORTS TO: Quality Manager/Engineer DEPT: Quality PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: This position will report directly to the Quality Manager/Quality Engineer and work together with the quality team to follow procedures and work instructions to achieve optimal productivity, quality, and safety assuring internal and external customer satisfaction. This role will also perform developmental work for projects, improvement initiatives, and maintain and develop overall quality. This position will also maintain physical testing equipment in the lab and production floor to provide technical support and guidance on projects regarding lab testing and analysis to assist in overall evaluations of products, processes, and potential raw material. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Perform physical testing of raw material, production, development trials, and composites. Create Training and work instructions for testing procedures Assist Quality Technician in their regular duties. Including all Quality Technicians essential duties and responsibilities – Backup Provide direction and support to Quality Technicians with Assistance from Quality Manager/Engineer Ensure the Master Control Samples and timely review of replacements. Assist with Certificate of Conformance reports. Assist Quality Manager/Engineer with PPAP / APQP / FMEA. Inspect and recommend disposition of Nonconforming or suspect material. Follow and interpret policies and procedures. Work with other departments as needed. Ensure calibrations are up to date and verification process of calibrated equipment. Participating in 8Ds’ internal & external Assist production personnel with tasks supporting the production line. Other duties as assigned. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High school diploma or general education degree (GED). 1yr + higher education. Nonwovens experience is a plus, but not required. Ability to operate testing equipment and performing lab testing. Intermediate computer and math skills. Basic skills in the use of statistical tools. Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to work on a team as well as independently. Ability to work in hot/cold manufacturing environment, which can include repetitive walking, standing and/or sitting for the duration of the tasks. Ability to transport or move up to 50lbs. of material. Ability to understand and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to supervisors and/or other employees. Ability to work Monday thru Friday 8 hour schedule Ability to work 12-hour shifts and every other weekend when business demands warrant a 24-7 continuous operation. Ability once a month to work with Night shift Quality Technician It is not intended that this job description include all details of the work functions inherent in this position, nor does it give exclusive titles to every function described. The position incumbent will perform work equal or lower classification, as required or directed, and perform work of high classification for training purposes, or as warranted by emergency circumstances. TWE Nonwovens US is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or medical condition.

Responsibilities

Lead the quality team in following procedures to ensure productivity, quality, and safety for internal and external customers. Perform physical testing of raw materials and composites while maintaining lab equipment and providing technical guidance on projects.