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10+ years of experience
Assist with facility startups and shutdowns for process capabilities; ensuring proper bill of materials (BOM) via SAP, verification of specifications per order, quality sampling and testing prior to startup, recommend mechanical and/or operational adjustments, verification of equipment installation step up with maintenance personnel.
- Participated in 2 years of research studies in “Quality Control” towards continuous improvement through testing, analysis, data interpretation and reporting.
- Assisted in projects focused on operations and change management, process improvement, performance measurement, team solutions, and leadership development in improving individuals and organizational performance.
- Implemented and improved quality assurance on several projects utilizing “Six Sigma” – (DMAIC) model which emphasize; Define, Measure, Analyze, and Control the processes.
- Provided leadership in “Quality Systems” integration; JIT manufacturing, equipment / process change qualifications.
- Familiarization with MS Word, Excel, Power point.
0-5 years of experience
Working in a laboratory environment, and in charge of monitoring and maintaining See’s quality assurance programs by performing analyses and audits of materials and processes.
- Initiated the development of a widely applicable technique to precisely estimate quantity using quick volume measurement, which increases labor efficiency and clarity of results.
- Developed a calculation method for the production volume of each machine at the plant at any given time.
- Performed an array of chemical and physical tests on raw materials that helped plant crew choose the correct temperatures for cooking the ingredients going into the products.
- Assisted in optimizing processes, product quality, and reducing waste as part of the QA team.
0-5 years of experience
Examined the quality of food products to ensure they meet regulatory requirements, company, and customer’s quality standards.
- Monitored the manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to procedures and requirements specified within recipes, SOPs, and the HACCP program resulting in quick, strong decisions during operations
- Responsible for performing analytical tests such as solids, pH, and viscosity and adjusted formulas and process based on results.
- Investigated, analyzed and solved quality assurance production concerns.
- Aided in product development under the direction of Research and Development department.
- Responsible for pre-operative facility inspection.
- Inspected and calibrated laboratory instruments.
- Inspected and evaluated raw materials, packaging materials according to specifications and standard.
6-10 years of experience
Trained Production Technicians and other Quality Assurance Technicians on finished product testing procedures and quality evaluation
- Managed SQL database of test results. Generated test result reports.
- Wrote test procedures, equipment calibration procedures
- Calibration, maintenance and routine repair of various production testing and laboratory equipment. Tested raw materials
- Streamlined several testing procedures to improve accuracy of results and time spent testing. Troubleshooting manufacturing issues, product defects and impact to end users
- Created inventory control database to streamline parts and supply order
0-5 years of experience
Investigated, documented, and generated reports for customer complaints and corrective actions
- Maintained and performed various verifications of the calibration recall system
- Reviewed customer purchase orders for Quality acceptance
- Prepared customer test reports
- Utilized and updated Visual Manufacturing and Visual Quality systems
- Performed 5-S audits and preserved 5-S work area compliance
- Performed internal audits and prepared report summaries
0-5 years of experience
- Worked collaboratively with manufacturing departments to enforce food safety and quality assurance protocols for Safe Food Manufacturing
- Provided support to the Production Floor by enforcing and monitoring the GMP’s to insure quality.
- Conducted internal manufacturing audits to assure product conformance to desired specifications and were in accordance with operational limits.
- Worked in collaboration with production and sanitation departments to conduct investigations pertaining to foreign material and pathogen exposure to reduce possible contamination.
- Continuously monitored critical control points to maintain their effectiveness against potential hazards and created risk assessments.
- Collected, reviewed, and evaluated production data associated with quality related obstructions in order to make recommendations to increase production.
6-10 years of experience
Conceptualized, recommended, and implemented a Quality Huddle while simultaneously managing Quality Department; held Nominal Group Technique (NGT) brainstorming meetings, analyzed work lines, reworked processes, rewrote work instructions for best practices. Improved production by 100% and quality by 50%.
- Recruited to single-handedly serve on 2.5 year Dover Strategic Sourcing Initiative (DSSI) project; analyzed 7,500 product parts, researched dimensions and compared to blueprint; produced both and analyzed best dimension, created accurate blueprints and compiled in 50 3-ring binders available to Engineering and Plant personnel.
- Analyzed a break-away design to create end user repair functionality; identified cause, called Kaizen Blitz across department lines, created and implemented solution within 10 hours, and proved reliability.
- Combined knowledge, experience, and ability to communicate highly technical data to earn Subject Matter Expert status across department lines, and with vendors and customers.
- Worked closely with 30 machining, die-cast, foundry and plastic molding vendors on week-long on-site audits to analyze product quality, recommend changes, and ultimately improve incoming quality of parts.
- Trained and certified 13 ISO:9000 Internal Auditors to perform quarterly internal audits; worked across production to write correction actions, ensuring ISO:9000 compliance. Earned high praise from outside auditor.
0-5 years of experience
Used variety of hand metrology tools and processes to perform quality audits for ~300 unique inbound parts/assemblies, outbound finished goods
- Accurately recorded data and attributes of findings from audits in spreadsheets and reported out findings in variety of formats
- Instituted a process to quarantine, report, reworked, and provide internal logistics for non-conforming materials including programming a visual basic Excel entry form/database for tag and tracking
- Provided guidance to all personnel on quality topics as they applied to the end user
- Performed tech writing to develop over 150 work instructions with revision control while decreasing defects on rewritten instructions to zero for 30+ problematic builds.
- Developed quality audits via 3D part drawings, DFMEA and engineering requirements, audit schedule, and audit level quality plans for over 150 inbound parts
- Worked with several suppliers to significantly improve part quality, in particular 90% improvement in 4 months for the worst supplier
- Acted as topical quality/productivity evangelist to operations – SPC (Shewhart), Kaizen (Imai), TQC (Edwards Deming), Theory of Constraints (Goldratt), Six Sigma DMAIC/DMADV (Pyzdek & Keeler)
6-10 years of experience
Performed actions required to stay in compliance with quality standards pursued by the quality manager.
- Implemented an ISO90001 certifiable quality management system.
- Conducted internal QMS audits.
- Ensured all work activities complied with the quality management system.
- Coordinated monthly safety meetings
0-5 years of experience
Conducted daily quality assurance checks at Keystone Foods to ensure conformance to specifications
- Provided accurate and complete data entry records for inspections, and submitted required reports
- Regulated oven and freezer temperatures to ensure that products remained at their required temperatures
- Performed weekly equipment maintenance, packed and shipped products, and ensured proper mixing procedures
10+ years of experience
- Performed inspections and tests on image intensifiers and optics involving temperature extremes, humidity, reliability, storage life, operational stability and computed future of merit.
- Demonstrated superior customer service skills by always satisfying internal and external customer requirements and expectations.
- Consistently received highest ranking in performance evaluations.
- Selected by management to provide cross training to employees.
- Read and interpreted test procedures, plans, Quality Assurance criteria and mechanical drawings.
- Prepared and maintained test report records and used predetermined methods, sequences and set-ups to test image tubes for conformity to standards, specifications and customer requirements.
- Provided technical support to solve quality problems in product development and manufacturing.
0-5 years of experience
Ensured quality control and assurance procedures in the procurement of vitamins, minerals, herbal raw materials and manufacturing operations
- Followed SOP for handling equipments/instruments and analysis of raw materials, in process, and finished product
- Conducted analysis with quality control chemist or management about new procedures/ methods
- Preparation of test solutions, compounds and reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct testing
- Performed sample analysis using HPLC, UV, GC, HPTLC, AA, and NIR
- Analyzed nutraceutical samples for primary actives using above instrumentation in raw material, in process, and finished product to ensure that specifications are met
- Prepared analytical reports and testing documentation
0-5 years of experience
Calibration Coordinator, responsible for 300 gauges plant wide. Achieved 100% on-time calibration from 85% in 2014
- Battery Management Systems Lab Coordinator, responsible for test stations, calibration and work flow output.
- Streamlined battery management systems test process and workflow for efficiency. Saved 480 hours of labor for 2014
- Metrology Lab technician, Micro-Vu CMM programming, FAIR, and qualify new parts.
0-5 years of experience
Developed quality assurance plans by conducting hazard analyses.
- Identified critical control points and preventive measures.
- Established critical limits, monitoring procedures, corrective actions, verification procedures, and monitored inventories.
- Prepared standard test reports by analyzing collected data on specific tests.
- Assisted in gathering data and analysis for constant quality improvements.
- Operated optical comparing and measuring instruments to analyze any fault.
- Calibrated gauges and tested equipment according to calibration procedures.
- Maintained and performed work as per quality and ecological standards.
6-10 years of experience
Assured product quality by conducting line audits and inspections, product and ingredient sampling, and finished product scoring.
- Verified adherence to formulas and procedures; monitored and verified process controls, sanitation, and GMP practices.
- Assisted Quality Manager in conducting monthly Food Safety / Sanitation audits and communicated findings, recommendations and corrective actions.
- Involved in preparation and execution of customer / 3rd party audits.
- Isolated and put on “HOLD” any material, product, ingredient, or packaging material which might pose a food safety risk or otherwise compromise product quality or integrity.
- Work closely with Production, Warehouse and Sanitation departments
0-5 years of experience
Performed laboratory analysis on raw, work in progress, and finished products
- Conducted quality check on food processing and laboratory operation by applying GMP rules
- Supervised roasting temperature and metal detection as Critical Control Points
- Followed SOPs strictly and accurately recorded all testing results and observations
0-5 years of experience
Reviewed and maintained records for HACCP plan as well as recorded temperatures from digital data logging thermometers for all products produced to ensure that all Critical Control Points have been met before releasing the product to customers.
- Conducted weekly Listeria swabbing in rotating areas of the facility to be sent to laboratory for testing.
- Updated sanitation verification program by initiating the use of modern ATP luciferase unit for regular use during sanitation.
- Designed, planned and enacted environmental monitoring plan on UMass research farm facility to assess potential microbial risks through harvest and post-harvest activities on the facility.
- Organized data and prepared reports from collected data from environmental monitoring to determine and implement safety plans with the Student Farming Enterprise and other groups housed at the facility to minimize future risk of microbial contamination from field to post harvest.
- Planned and designed inoculation study centering around produce brush washer used on the farm facility to quantify microbial transfer to produce from brush washer as well as determine a cleaning and sanitation protocol for the unit to minimize any potential contamination.
0-5 years of experience
- Conducted formulation audits of dud (vacuum) detection, ADR-50D (label) detection, and similar procedures for optimization of equipment and employee practices and development of standard operating procedures and quality control
- Instructed production floor personnel on food safety, quality assurance, GMPs, and HACCP when needed
- Audited and verified proper codes, Good Manufacturing Practices, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point principles
0-5 years of experience
- Ensured quality parameters of products manufactured for McDonalds, Sysco, Wendy’s, & Sara-Lee
- Set up Chittick C02 analytical equipment
- Administered Good Manufacturing Practices program and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point audits and training.
0-5 years of experience
Completed various quality assurance test on raw material coming into and finished product leaving the facility
- Inputted test results into computer and compiled reports that were sent to customers
- Determined if products would pass/fail in quality assurance lab
- Troubleshot problems on production floor if product was not within standards
- Operated forklift to move raw materials and finished product within the facility
- Mixed various chemicals to specifications for the operation of machinery that produced rubber parts
0-5 years of experience
Monitor entire kitchen production of raw meat and stuffing to ensure 100% compliance of food safety USDA regulations
- Observing, logging and reviewing of kitchen production to ensure Good Manufacturing Practices and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points are met
- Measure all prospects of product including weight, diameter, length, etc. for correct sizing of product for customer orders, and hourly measurement checks of liquid smoke for quality taste of product
- Meet and provide solutions with any concerns of USDA or audit inspectors
- Ensure correct cooking/chilling of product to USDA regulations
- Monitor oven equipment to ensure zero defects to effect product quality
- Clean and sanitize work area to ensure food safety
- Proper disposable of all inedible product and separation of inedible from Ready-To-Eat product
6-10 years of experience
Conducted QA Shop Floor verification of raw materials in the manufacturing blending areas in manufacturing
- Authored and revised Standard Operating Procedures
- Performed Classification of Defects on all finished products
- Coordinated with laboratories and outside testing/shipping to support testing of raw materials and final projects
- Maintained of Quality Assurance GMP documentation and Retention Sample
- Created Certificate of Analysis for Bulk and Packaged Product for [company name]/Wyeth Sites
- Initiated Special Projects in LACES/LIMS
- Maintained monthly commitments for Monthly and Quarterly Testing.
- Supported Decommissioning Effort.
- Supported internal and external audits.
0-5 years of experience
Utilized Atlassian JIRA and Service Desk to manage ticket workflow. Worked directly with developers to understand and help achieve desired outcomes. Identified new bugs and suggested interface improvements. Implemented automated test suites for nightly runs in multiple server environments. Maintained extensive documentation of processes and findings. Performed editorial work on web-based content.
- SQL use to return queries, create and organize tables, and update and commit field changes.
- Manually tested tickets from and coordinated one-on-one with colleagues from development, internal applications, database, core, online stores, customer accounts, RSA tokenization, mobile apps, email services, Unix, associate business centers, etc. to improve quality of services.
- Automated testing using Postman, SoapUI, and some Selenium IDE. Regular integration of new test cases.
- Orchestrated a 300% increase in functional automated tests in one month.
- Established a strong reputation for efficient operation, breadth of scope, and excellent documentation.
- Active “seeker of bugs” and improvements A frequent discoverer of additional problems outside the scope of the original ticket. Good at intuitive experimentation to detect potential areas of failure.
- Exemplary grammarian with advanced familiarity with the nuances of language to eliminate potentially embarrassing errors during testing to preserve the professional image of the company.
- Quickly established rapport and credibility with my colleagues for my speed, accuracy, and innovation.
0-5 years of experience
Quality Assurance Tech/Metrology Tech
- Leading measurement and quality inspection services for a 100% Supplier Component Recertification project on various recreational vehicle fuel management systems.
- Conducting print reviews, collecting data for analysis and verification of compliance to print requirements.
- Verifies supplied components meet specification requirements for material certification, testing, and function.
- Utilizing the following systems and tools: CMM, ZMike, Vision Scope, Taylor Hobson TalySurf/ TalyRond, Tesa Profile 30, Larson System Spring Tester, Wilson Rockwell Hardness Tester, calipers, micrometers and other various hand held measurement tools.
- Participates in team reviews and determines action items to ensure goals and objectives are met.
6-10 years of experience
Collect and analyze samples of finished products per documented procedures and work instructions.
- Performed NCMR, Subtask and also attended CAPA Classes
- Conducted Internal Audits in compliance with Quality system requirements.
- Provided work related training to entry level inspectors.
- Performed simple statistical analysis through the collection and input of data into the software application or manual calculation.
- Performed various inspections to the products
- Reviewed lot history records for adequacy and completion.
- Identified and quarantined nonconforming products.
- Worked in accordance with all company policies and procedures in regards to employment, safety and housekeeping.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for conducting qualitative and quantitative testing of raw materials and finished goods.
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative testing of beverages, syrups, and raw materials throughout the entire production process.
- Analyze syrup beverage and/or water attributes.
- Audit container rinsers, air blowers, filters, and coders to ensure proper operations.
- Conduct package quality inspection and quality audits and isolate product that does not meet standards.
- Receive and test CO2 and all raw materials prior to production process.
- Maintain highest possible housekeeping standards to prevent microbial contamination.
0-5 years of experience
Assist in the development of QMS documents used in everyday processes.
- Performed hourly checks on finished product to determine quality.
- Performed process loop audits to ensure key process input variables were being maintained at an appropriate level.
- Maintain Snack Plant Pre-Requisite programs
- Served as QA Team TWI Coordinator
- Monitored waste water well to ensure water maintained an acceptable pH.
6-10 years of experience
Quality Assurance
- Inspected, tested and sampled materials, parts and products for defects and deviation from specifications
- Collected data for weight, height and depth
- Performed variety of tests for strength and erosion loss using measuring tools
- Entered data into database, verifying material is meeting specifications for customers
0-5 years of experience
Evaluation and implementation of policies and procedures related to employee safety and product quality
- Perform and outsource laboratory testing in compliance with State and Customer requirements
- Complete uniform and consistent production line checks to ensure standards are maintained throughout all processes
- Maintain plant quality assurance records and logs in an orderly and timely fashion
- Provide supervision of hold and destruction processes of nonconforming finished product and raw material
- Revise and implement processes and procedures based on evolving Company and Customer needs
- Uphold Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
6-10 years of experience
Employed as an entry level machine operator and promoted within the first six months as a Quality Assurance Technician. Introduced and worked under the GMP. Operated Crown Electrical Pallet Jack to move finish products.
- Successfully worked under the HAACP program
- Actively input data into Microsoft Excel
- Constantly checked fat percentage in meat with a foss fat machine
- Consistently assured the quality of the product before shipment to customers
6-10 years of experience
- Oversee the proper execution of quality assurance and food safety programs for a high speed bun production facility with one line producing 648,000 dozen buns weekly, involving over 125 employees, accounting for $29 million in sales annually.
- Assist QA manager in maintaining HACCP and SQF documentation for Global Food Safety Initiative compliance. Review and verify documentation generated by production supervisors and prepare reports for Quality Assurance, Production and General Managers.
- Coordinate and maintain comprehensive weekly audits of the baking facility with an interdepartmental team.
- Played a key role in seamlessly transitioning production to a new, LEED Silver Certified, state of the art facility.
- Revamped First Aid Program, maintaining OSHA requirements and saving $20,000 annually.
6-10 years of experience
As a quality assurance technician, my objective is to provide the highest level of service to new and existing customers
- Provide creative solutions to complex customer inquiries
- Perform high level service and preventive maintenance on customer premises
- Provide our contractors/technicians with assistance in installation/service related scenarios
- Practicing and ensuring compliance with all organization’s policies and procedures
- Review error reports for efficiencies, providing clarification, in an effort to reinforce existing process and procedure
0-5 years of experience
Quality Assurance Tech
- Responsible for meat inspection before it’s shipped to vendors
- Packed and ticketed failed inspection meats to be routed for profit loss
- Performed daily inventory records of passed and failed inspections
- Resolved issues or made decisions to forward to the correct department
- Assisted with other duties as needed
0-5 years of experience
Performed analytical testing on all raw and finished products.
- Calibrated all tests in the laboratory.
- Assisted in the maintenance of ovens, all settings as well as all materials as requested.
- Ensured the proper computerized documentation of all findings.
- Provided swab testing in order to minimize air- borne microorganisms.
- Handled the laboratory inventory.
10+ years of experience
Perform precise quality checks on all product manufactured.
- Monitored, cleaned, sanitized and maintained equipment in working order.
- Processed claims with suppliers for inferior product.
- Filed weekly and monthly reports on corporate quality objectives.
- Mixed chemicals used to check the product.
- Facilitated resolution for quality issues with team members, management and customers
6-10 years of experience
Tested night vision goggle system components to meet or exceed U.S. military contract requirements.
- Audited products prior to shipment for proper operation, correct labeling and packaging.
- Followed government specifications to schedule and test products.
- Collaborated closely with co-workers to complete assignments on time.
0-5 years of experience
Achieve quality assurance operational objectives by contributing information and analysis to strategic plans and reviews. Identify and resolve problems, complete audits when assigned, determine system improvements, and implement change.
- Sanitize filler, test products and produce syrup base for the product.
- Perform process checks throughout the production, packaging, sanitation and warehousing functions of the company, including pre-operational checks, sanitation verification, label checks, net weight checks, including package integrity checks.
- Calibrate test equipment; maintain accurate and well organized QA activity records.
- Assist in training employees on food safety, company processes and FDA Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Schedule and execute sample submittals to external laboratory vendor for testing.
6-10 years of experience
Generic pharmaceutical manufacturing and shipping facility.
- Performed sampling and inspection of raw materials (API and Excipients), product-contact components, and packaging enclosures. Performed sampling and inspection of Schedule II and Schedule IV controlled substances also.
- Performed daily monitoring and sampling of the purified water systems for the manufacturing areas and the quality control laboratory.
- Processed nonconforming raw materials, components, and in-process manufacturing product.
- Maintained data and release matrices of conforming and nonconforming raw materials, components, in-process manufacturing product, and results of purified water testing.
- Performed system audits and oversight of the warehouse, shipping, and receiving areas.
- Certified OJT (On the Job) trainer for the Quality Assurance Technician module.
0-5 years of experience
Incoming inspection – visually and physically inspect incoming raw materials and components.
- Performed manufacturing Batch Record Audits for compliance to manufacturing process, procedures, and company procedure for completeness and accuracy prior to product release, reject and or lot closure.
- Performed in-process, final kit, and finished good inspections and review documentation for completeness.
- Performed transaction on inventory database system.
- Performed nonconforming material processing, investigation, fallow up, rework instructions/initiation, disposition and closure.
- Prepared sample product for QC testing and QA retain if needed.
0-5 years of experience
Record, evaluate and analyze microbiology and physical testing results of finished goods and raw materials for food products
- Perform and record swab sampling of manufacturing areas according to the established HACCP and Sanitization plan
- Conduct periodic microbiology tests to determine water quality at different sites throughout the plant
- Work with Quality Supervisors on the Measure System Analysis Process for implementation of Six Sigma by coordinating and supervising the tests and on internal audits throughout the plant
- Cooperate on the pathogen environmental monitoring program incident report
0-5 years of experience
Perform visual and dimensional inspection according to the specifications following QSR’s and written procedures. Notify any non-conformance related to the QA Inspection and test methodologies.
- Performs data analysis, batch records review for product release and recommends disposition of materials.
- Use Statistical Process Control knowledge to make decision on the acceptance/rejections of the process/product. Comply with the Opcert program.
- Maintain knowledge of all procedures, change to specifications and regulations related to their areas of responsibilities. Maintain accurate and precise documentation of their daily and weekly activity sheets.
- Support associates on defect awareness and specifications requirements.
- Train new QA Technicians at Manufacturing areas and Quality Assurance duties and responsibilities.
- Participate in safety initiatives within the facility. Ensure safe working conditions and practices in the department.
0-5 years of experience
Provide assistance to food scientists or technologists in research and development, production technology, or quality control.
- Record or compile test results or prepare graphs, charts, or reports.
- Clean and sterilize laboratory equipment.
- Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.
- Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.
- Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.
- Identify quality problems and recommend solutions.
0-5 years of experience
Perform visual and dimensional inspection to determine compliance with specifications of customer order.
- Perform shear wave/ straight beam ultrasonic inspection of weld area/ other areas with automated and handheld UT equipment for imperfections or other non-conformances.
- Approves or Rejects product and provides appropriate documentation.
- Maintains equipment and ensures proper equipment calibration.
- Troubleshoot and fix UT equipment when necessary.
- Magnetic Particle and Dye Penetrant inspection on rare occasions.
0-5 years of experience
Performs Quality Assurance functions including HACCP, Net Weight Audits, GMP/Sanitation audits and work in progress and finished goods testing.
- Inspects product to ensure it is make according to the S.O.P.
- Perform Pre-Opt and changeover inspections (including ATP swabs) as required.
- Perform daily equipment calibration, such as thermometer.
- Run moisture and Aw test to make sure finished goods meet the specifications.
- Data entry into various systems and spreadsheets for QA program recording.
- Evaluate test results and communicating deviations from the product specifications to the QA Supervisor and operators.
10+ years of experience
Supporting and managing implementation and advancement of The [company name] Quality system
- Collaborate to identify and implement performance improvement
- Oversee and conduct analysis to ensure syrup and packaging meets quality standards
- Conduct and coordinate lab activities to ensure quality and production functions efficiently
- Conduct research and evaluate new laboratory instruments and procedures and to develop required procedures
- Support PLT and plant associates to achieve plant goals
- Identify and resolve problems ethically and efficiently
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for coordinating and performing daily product audits for BMW and Mercedes exterior mirrors.
- Responsible for performing daily measurements and reporting findings to management.
- Root cause investigation and reporting of quality issues found during audits internally and at the customer location.
- Responsible for conducting yard campaigns and line inspections for quality spills.
- Responsible for ensuring calibration of measurement equipment
- Work with Quality Engineer and Industrial Engineer to implement and validate process poka yokes.
6-10 years of experience
Coordinate and Perform First Article and First Piece Inspections per AS 9102 using customer supplied blueprint, loft data, specifications, manufacturing plans and quality standards to examine aerospace components, parts and assemblies.
- Apply Industrial Dimensional Metrology practices to ensure accurate measurements by using precision hand tools and math associated with measurements.
- Manage and perform the inspection of the 3D Unigraphics models designed to the customer supplied drawing.
- Knowledge of Statistical Process Control in performing inspections to Key Characteristics.
- Audit production quality and production quality records.
- Calibrate basic precision hand tools.
- Liaison and report discrepancies to management.
- Work closely with internal engineering department to create inspection criteria for production, and train production in use of said criteria.
0-5 years of experience
Solid understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC), Design of Experiments (DOE), Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA), and Gage R&R studies
- Determined product quality by referring to ISO 9000:2000, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance as defined by ANSI Y 14.5 1982; MIL Q 9858, MIL I 45208, MIL STD 45662, and ANSI ASQ Z 1.4
- Full comprehension of tooling points, and datum targets
- Capable of designing and drafting parts utilizing AutoCAD, Inventor, and Solid Works software
0-5 years of experience
Incoming Material Lead Inspector. (Annual sales over 96 million)
- Section and mount incoming heat treated parts. Inspection with scope for micro-hardness verification
- Design of process procedures for micro-hardness testing
- First Article and in-process inspection verification
- Development of inspection Key Characteristic’s templates
- Use of Zeiss Rondcom, Surfcom, and Mahr surface testing equipment
0-5 years of experience
- Ensured the quality of all processes from raw materials to finished products through inspection, diagnosis and record keeping
- Released product for shipping/placed product on hold
- Performed swabs after CIP to check for microbial growth
- Conducted sampling of finished product for consumption
- Monitored and implemented GMP
Quality Assurance Technician Duties and Responsibilities
Labs, factories, and businesses of all types hire quality assurance technicians to ensure that quality standards are being met. Employers in any business look for quality assurance technicians who have previous quality control experience, as well as specific abilities.
Write Testing Procedures Quality assurance technicians create testing procedures to ensure that standards are being met.
Perform Inspection Checks Quality assurance technicians perform regular inspection tests on equipment and materials to verify that everything is functioning properly and efficiently and that there are no safety hazards.
Keep Work Environment Safe Quality assurance technicians ensure all employees in the company are following safety procedures and quality control standards are being met.
Calibrate and Clean Equipment Quality assurance technicians calibrate and clean equipment in the workplace so that all machinery continues to operate safely and at peak performance.
Optimize Profits Quality assurance technicians optimize profits by reducing waste and finding more efficient methods of conducting business.
Quality Assurance Technician Skills and Qualifications
In addition to industry-specific experience, employers hiring quality assurance technicians look for employees who display a certain skill set. Succeed in this career by mastering these abilities:
- Communication – quality assurance technicians write detailed, quality guidelines and materials
- Detail-oriented – an attention to detail is necessary for the tests and inspections conducted by quality assurance technicians
- Management experience – quality assurance technicians supervise others, so many employers look for candidates who have past management experience
- Computer knowledge – quality assurance technicians use a variety of software programs, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and various databases used by the company for which they work
- Problem-solving – quality assurance technicians look for ways to improve profitability and efficiency
Quality Assurance Technician Education and Training
Employers look for quality assurance technicians who have a bachelor’s degree or related work experience in the industry to which they are applying for a job. Past work experience in a quality control position or in the industry one is applying to is also required. Quality assurance technicians receive on-the-job-training to become familiar with the day-to-day operations of the company and the staff that works there, as well as the equipment and materials used by the company. This training period varies by industry and by company, though a two-week period of training is standard for many businesses.
Quality Assurance Technician Salary and Outlook
Based on detailed information from the quality control inspectors earned a median yearly wage of $36,780 in 2016 or $17.68 hourly. In 2016, there were 520,700 quality control inspection jobs available. Through 2026, the available jobs in this career field are expected to decline by 11 percent, a significant decrease. Quality assurance technicians receive a full benefits package from employers which includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance. Paid vacation leave, 401K, and profit-sharing benefits are routinely offered as well. Some companies may provide other job perks, such as free childcare and free meals for employees.
Helpful Resources
Find tips, tricks, and career opportunities for quality assurance technicians using these resources:
Quality Assurance Association – QAA provides resources for quality assurance professionals in all industries, including information about training programs and a regular newsletter containing data and news bulletins.
The Quality Technician’s Handbook (6th Edition) – This book provides information about the core skills quality technicians need, including step-by-step guides that relate to quality control duties.
Society of Quality Assurance – This website provides safety information and resources for quality assurance professionals who work with people, animals, and environmental health issues of all types.
Quality Assurance: Software Quality Assurance Made Easy (Quality Assurance, Hacking, Human Interaction, Computers, Computer Management) – Use this book to learn how to work with quality assurance software in various types of industries.
ASQ – Visit ASQ to find information about certification and training programs for quality assurance professionals, as well as conference and event dates, and online communities offering support and networking opportunities.
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