Quality Technician at Gleason Corporation in Rochester, NY

Position Summary:

The Quality Control and Assurance Technician is responsible for the inspection of plastic injection molded product, incoming goods, and tooling components as well as developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting quality processes/reports. This role has oversight of products being made to specification and free of defects. Other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities:

Perform daily production audits to ensure conformance to customer requirements. Complete incoming inspection reports for externally sourced components. Maintaining equipment calibration log. Perform first article inspections, Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility and Capability Studies. Execution of Production Part Approval Processes and Validation Protocols. Recommend tooling and metrology fixturing refurbishing – replacement. Actively participate in internal design reviews with an emphasis on Design for Manufacturing and Lean Practices. Lead/participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address production non-conformances. Actively involved in ISO 9001 internal and customer quality audits. Bolster production floor needs (material handling, cell setup, operating) from time-to-time.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

Proficiency using precision inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.). Print reading and GD&T. Familiarity with quality systems. Organizational skills – able to maintain a neat and orderly workspace and records. Critical thinking - able to draw conclusions and take actions based on data/evidence. Accountable for performance and results driven. Innovative and creative. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to interact with internal and external customers.

Preferred Education/Training/Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s Degree in a related field a plus. Equivalent combination of education and experience considered. Experience with precision tools and products. Experience with plastic injection molding troubleshooting preferred. Experience with advanced inspection equipment a plus.

Computer Skills:

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Outlook

Travel Requirements:

None.