QUALITY TECHNICIAN I - 2ND SHIFT

Job Name :

Quality Technician I - 2nd Shift

General information

Location : , TX

Date : 11-Sep-2024

11-Sep-2024

Company : Andersen Corporation

Andersen Corporation

Posting City : Dallas, TX, Garland, TX

Ref # : 6553

6553

Job Category : Quality

Quality

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Description & Requirements

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY :

We're focused on bringing more light into people's lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love.

This applies to our team, too. By celebrating our differences and embracing a positive work-life balance, we are recognized as a Yellow Ribbon company, one of Forbes Magazine's 2021 America's Best Large Employers and a Best Employer for Diversity.

As a 2021 Energy Star Partner of the Year, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference.

SUMMARY

Beginning-level job in testing, quality, engineering or other technical area. Work may be in a laboratory, test area, product documentation, manufacturing area, or pilot plant requiring some judgment in determining work methods, performing less complicated tests and recording data.

Builds and tests mechanical models or product assemblies, and performs related duties requiring knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality and / or laboratory techniques and use of standard test instruments.

Works under direct supervision and receives frequent instruction

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform production lines product audits and communicates results and expectations to the line to address
• Verify Quality Control standards and measurement equipment / methods are being used by operators to detect and address non-conforming parts / products
• Provide daily checks of processes to ensure operating in defined ranges, verify measurement data / routines and reactions to checked data
• Assist in providing specification reviews, and assist in containment of non-conforming parts
• Coordinate getting gauges / measurement devices cycled thru the calibration process
• Gather information to initiate Corrective Actions requests for supplied or fabricated parts and assist in 5 Why / 4 Step Problem Solving to address.
• Define and implement robust process controls / error proofing solutions that ensure product conforms to specification and performance standards
• Work to establish process capability, validate new and current equipment, and identify continuous improvements efforts using DOE, DMAIC, and lean principles
• 80%+ of time spent in production areas

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• PC Skills - experience entering quality data into QC Gage / SPC system and usage of Measurement Equipment (test ovens, Instron, vision systems)
• Familiar with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word for data entry and editing of documentation for shop floor
• Experience with aesthetic specifications and using visual standards
• Use of 5 Why and other Problem-Solving techniques
• Knowledge of Window Quality specifications preferred
• Previous experience in thermal plastics not required but a plus
• Able to lookup drawings and specifications with ability to interpret required measurements from dimensioned prints
• Experienced Trainer using AMS training techniques (e.g. Tell Show Do Review)
• Intermediate math aptitude
• Willingness to provide feedback regarding acceptable quality and expectations to not pass bad product

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• 2- or 4-year degree in Technology / Engineering or equivalent experience
• 2-5 years Quality / Mfg. experience
• Basic knowledge of quality and lean manufacturing principles
• Basic knowledge of quality systems, SPC and process capability
• Strong aptitude in process improvement and problem solving
• Interpretation of blue prints, drawings or specifications

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

Presentation skills; able to provide details of investigation to next level manager or supervisors

CULTURE AND BENEFITS :

Be Orange. Be You is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we'll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn't be possible.

This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most. It's also why we're committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.

Benefits include, and are not limited to :

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Paid holidays plus PTO
• 401(k) plan & contributions
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Charity contributions
• Nationwide career opportunities

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

2020 Andersen brand surveys of U.S. contractors, builders & architects

2020 Andersen Brand Survey of U.S. homeowners

In 2024, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Posting City :

Dallas, TX, Garland, TX