Job Title: Quality Technician

Job Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Technician to monitor and ensure the quality of all products manufactured at our facility. This individual will be responsible for maintaining daily quality logs, conducting inspections, and supporting the overall quality assurance processes. A successful candidate will be proficient in Excel for tracking and possess strong project management skills. Additionally, they will champion the 5S methodology to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment. The expectations will be 90% work on the manufacturing floor and 10% desk work. This is a full-time position that requires the associate to be on-site every working day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor Quality Daily: Regularly inspect products at different stages of the production process to ensure they meet company standards and customer specifications.
• Training & Best Practices: Train and support temporary and hourly employees to ensure consistent application of quality standards and SOPs. Monitor adherence to quality protocols and regulatory requirements, providing coaching as needed to maintain process integrity.
• Maintain Quality Logs: Keep accurate and up-to-date records of all quality metrics for each product made in the facility, tracking trends and reporting to quality manager.
• Reporting and Communication: Communicate quality issues to production teams, supervisors, and management, ensuring timely resolution and clear documentation of findings.
• 5S Ownership: Lead and promote 5S practices in the workplace to enhance safety, efficiency, and product quality. Maintain organized workspaces and contribute to ongoing improvements.
• Process Improvement: Support efforts to improve quality processes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Project Management Support (optional): Assist in quality-related project management tasks, including coordinating timelines, resources, and deliverables.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree or higher in a related field preferred).
• 1-3 years of experience in a quality technician or similar role, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Excel for data management and basic analysis.
• Familiarity with PowerPoint to create presentations for reporting or team communication.
• Understanding of 5S and its application in a manufacturing setting.
• Communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly report quality issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Project management experience is a plus, particularly in managing small to medium-sized initiatives.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and be detail-oriented in all aspects of quality control.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing facility environment.
• Occasional exposure to varying temperatures or other environmental conditions.

About Us: Here at Science Interactive Group, we enrich students’ learning with deeply engaging hands-on and virtual lab experiences. We are a dynamic and innovative company committed to producing high-quality products for our students. Join our team and play a key role in ensuring the continued success and quality of our manufacturing processes.