Strategic Materials Delavan , WI 53115
Posted 2 weeks ago
Quality Assurance Lead
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title:
Quality Assurance Lead
Classification:
Non-exempt, Hourly
Department:
Plant/Quality
Supervises:
N/A
Reports To:
Assistant Plant Manager
Work Schedule:
Mon-Fri
POSITION SUMMARY: Lead in implementing the SMI Quality system at SMI facility. Assist in ensuring that product and services meet or exceed customer specifications. Lead in keeping the Optical Sorting machines operational and optimized. Performs plant quality checks per SMI's Process Quality Manual
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, to the extent that such an accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the Company.
Leads Quality Control Program at plant, ensuring compliance with customer requirements.
Perform quality checks to comply with SMI's Quality Improvement Process
Tracks quality performance, identify problem areas, takes action to improve
Provide continuous feedback of plants' quality performance to personnel.
Conducts / Assists with plant quality meetings and training of plant employees
Updates and maintains quality records on a computer. Analyze data and produce reports
Observe Quality Technicians' actions to ensure sampling and testing are done correctly.
Coaches and trains new and existing Quality Assurance employees
Perform in-process cullet sampling procedures
Conducts incoming and outgoing load inspections
Work with the maintenance personnel to ensure equipment operates efficiently to optimize product quality
Identify opportunities to improve plant operations and focus resources to make and maintain improvements.
Back-up support, as needed, to Weighmaster
Cross-trained in other plant positions, as needed
Wear appropriate site specific personal protective equipment (PPE), as required.
Understand and adhere to all company operating procedures and company safety policies.
Any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: 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.
Glass processing knowledge, preferred.
Understand and follow specific oral instructions.
Quality Improvement Process knowledge
Requires strong math/statistics skills
Capable of using calculator and gram scales and competency with interpreting numbers
Core competencies in Quality Control, Testing, and Auditing
Able to read and understand Directives and Test Methods
Computer operation skills: Excel, Word, Power Point, Sharepoint etc.
Capable of driving a forklift
Capable of training fellow members of the quality team
Excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills
Self starter, strong work ethic and ability to work independently, with little supervision
Strong leadership and teamwork skills
REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES: The physical abilities listed below are bona fide occupational requirements for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility
Bending - bending/twisting at the waist will be required for extended periods.
Standing - standing for extended periods may be required.
Walking - walking on flat or uneven surfaces, up and down stairs and on grass or gravel will be required.
Sitting - sitting at certain workstations or in powered industrial vehicles may be required.
Climbing - may need to climb stairs and climb ladders.
Articulation
Lifting/Carrying - lifting loads up to 50 pounds may be required, assisting in lifting heavy loads with others may be required.
Reaching - the ability to extend arms fully is required.
Grasping - the ability to close both hands to grasp small objects is required.
Repetitive Movements - the ability to reach and grasp for extended period is required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or GED preferred.
Quality Control and Operations experience, in a manufacturing environment
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment described below represents the characteristics an employee will experience while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The job requires exposure to the following conditions:
Heights - work at heights above 48 inches may require the wearing of additional safety equipment.
Dust/Fumes - when required employees must be able to wear respiratory protective equipment and/or participate in medical exams as part of our respiratory protection program.
Extreme Heat/Cold - most operational areas are not heated or cooled.
Wind - must be able to operate outdoors.
Rain/Snow - work surfaces may become slippery, appropriate work shoes are required.
Uneven Terrain - employees may be required to walk on surfaces where materials are accumulated, appropriate work shoes are required.
High Noise Levels -employees may be required to wear hearing protection and/or complete hearing examinations as part of our hearing conservation program.
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS: The job requires documentation & demonstrated ability to operate the following equipment.
Not applicable
The ability to complete additional on-site training will be required before these vehicles can be used at an SMI facility.
Strategic Materials