Quality Technician

Sukup Manufacturing Co.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company based in Sheffield is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure compliance with quality standards during various production processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture Systems Technology or Industrial Technology, along with over two years of manufacturing experience. The role requires strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers opportunities for continuous improvement and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related manufacturing experience.
• Basic knowledge of math.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Audit inspection procedures and develop improvements.
• Inspect assemblies for compliance with quality standards.
• Evaluate non-conforming products and generate NCRs.

Skills

Understanding engineering drawings

Ability to perform inspections

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Communication skills

Problem-solving techniques

Education

BS in Agriculture Systems Technology or Industrial Technology

Job description

The Quality Technician will ensure quality procedures are being followed and product conformance as well as quality standards are assured and meet customer expectations. This individual will assist with inspections at different stages of the fabrication, production and packaging processes, perform audits and other inspection activities as needed and maintain quality records.

• BS Agriculture Systems Technology (AST) or Industrial Technology degree or equivalent
• 2+ years of related manufacturing experience

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to understand engineering drawings and specifications and have good basic knowledge of math
• Ability to perform inspections in a fast-paced environment while following standard work procedures
• Acknowledges and corrects mistakes and works to avoid errors
• Adept at Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel & Power Point
• Well-developed communication, conflict management, coaching, interpersonal and team-building skills
• Creative problem-solving techniques, ability to accomplish tasks and objectives in a safe manner and an open attitude for continuous improvement

Job Duties:

• Audit inspection procedures and develop process improvements to ensure product quality
• Inspect assemblies, sub-assemblies, parts and fabricated components for conformance with quality control standards, engineering specifications, deviations and inspection procedures
• Examine for compliance with workmanship standards and proper installation of correct components
• Evaluate non-conforming product/ materials, generate NCR’s and assist in coordinating to the proper areas awaiting disposition
• Audit completed products for compliance with Quality Standards
• Aid with building and sustaining a program for the implementation and sustainment of a continuous improvement culture
• Participate in regular inspection meetings with representatives from appropriate departments to establish action plans for improving quality
• Aid with Supplier Quality Assurance to reduce the effect of non-conforming supplier materials on the production area quality
• Communicate and collaborate with Quality Engineering on quality problems and opportunities for cost reduction on new and existing products submitted for inspection
• Communicate with personnel at all levels, internally to the Company, in relation to Quality matters
• Attend various meetings and action/ communicate instruction
• Produce written reports and organize presentations
• Undertake continuous training and development
• Report on achievement of targets and identify any actions required

It is, and will continue to be, the policy of Sukup Manufacturing Co. to practice a program of equal employment designed to assure that all employment decisions and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees and applicants on the basis of individual qualifications and without unlawful regard to race, religion, veteran status, national origin, disability, age or sex.

In addition to providing equal employment opportunities, it is also our policy to provide an environment free from unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment. Any alleged violation of this policy will be investigated and disciplinary action will follow as required.