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Quality Assurance (QA) jobs involve ensuring that products and services meet certain standards of quality before they reach the consumer. Those in QA roles are responsible for developing and implementing testing processes, inspecting products for defects and non-compliance, and analyzing quality data to drive improvements. A key characteristic of QA positions is the focus on preventing errors rather than just correcting them, which necessitates a proactive approach and attention to detail. Additionally, QA professionals often collaborate closely with production teams to foster a culture of quality throughout an organization.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs entail roles focused on ensuring that products or services meet established standards and customer expectations. People in QA positions are responsible for designing testing processes, creating test plans, identifying defects, and preventing defects by examining the production process. They aim to enhance product reliability and actively work to maintain quality consistency. QA roles often require keen attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and an understanding of both product specifications and customer needs. QA is an integral part of product development and maintenance, bridging the gap between the manufacturing processes and the end users to ensure a satisfactory experience.
Quality Assurance (QA) jobs entail roles focused on ensuring that products or services meet established standards and customer expectations. People in QA positions are responsible for designing testing processes, creating test plans, identifying defects, and preventing defects by examining the production process. They aim to enhance product reliability and actively work to maintain quality consistency. QA roles often require keen attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and an understanding of both product specifications and customer needs. QA is an integral part of product development and maintenance, bridging the gap between the manufacturing processes and the end users to ensure a satisfactory experience.
Read on to learn more! The Senior Quality Technician conducts quality assurance audits of production facilities assuring Henny Penny quality standards are maintained and product integrity is preserved. Consults with quality engineers and other departments to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems.
Functions as an information source to team and various company departments when special and critical quality issues occur. Function in conjunction with other quality members on special department projects or teams. What You'll Be Doing Conducts production process audits, creates reports, follow up on corrective action requests for nonconformances Evaluates product conformance
using various and appropriate measurement equipment Resolves major quality problems at production facilities, warehouses, and market areas as required Performs preliminary investigations when quality incidents occur to enable root cause problem solving Evaluates and takes corrective action when necessary with regard to product date coding, PIN tracking, and control panel assignment at all levels of product movement Educates and instructs plant personnel in recommended quality control testing and equipment sanitation practices.
Confirms these procedures are being maintained Consults with plant management and personnel on better operational procedures to improve overall efficiency
and product yields Maintains calibration and maintenance of production gages Functions as an information source for team and other departments when critical quality issues arise Builds relationships with production managers and team members to be viewed as a valuable resource to help facilitate and drive corrective actions Assists/leads in mentoring and training for the development of team members Communicate quality concepts internally and externally via presentation and report generation; including using charts and pattern recognition tools.
What You'll Need For This Position 5+ years of experience as a quality technician at a metal working or electronics manufacturing facility or an associate degree in a science or math related field with 3-5 years of experience as a quality technician at a metal working or electronics manufacturing facility.
Experience in Welding, Wire Form and Automation a plus. Ability to read blueprints. 3+ years of metrology experience; experience with Faro Arm, CMM, and/or weld inspection a major plus. Demonstrated ability to communicate quality concepts and information and to get buy-in from external partners to enact improvements. Functional use of Microsoft Office Excel and Power Point; Mini-Tab proficiency a plus.
Someone who is self-motivated, a team player, and has a desire to grow, based on his/her performance. Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an attention to detail. Ability to quickly identify quality issues, problem solve, and make decisions in a timely manner. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. About Us We're known in our industry for making the best commercial food equipment in the world.
Every day, millions of people eat in restaurants operating Henny Penny equipment. We're a behind-the-scenes engine in the world's most demanding kitchens, including long-term partners like Mc Donald's, Chick-fil-A, KFC, and Wendy's. We're 1,000+ employee-owners who thrive by living a People First mission: to support employees in becoming the best version of themselves both personally and professionally. We recently completed the largest expansion in our history with the addition of 150,000 square feet on our Eaton campus. This expansion drives development of the world's most reliable, easy-to-use equipment with an innovative new space for global research and development.
We have several collaborative spaces for our project teams, a dedicated electrical engineering lab for our hardware and software engineers, a full model shop for rapid prototyping, and a brand-new test lab that has 300 feet of hood space to test new equipment on our product roadmap. On top of that, we have a new state-of-the-art kitchen for our food science group to meet with our customers, understand what they need, and then dial in our equipment to help them make legendary menu items.
Henny Penny is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability or handicap, interaction or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), marital status, veteran or military status, interactionual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
in the retail and commercial markets. Additionally, OPW supplies loading arms, valves and dry-break couplings, tank truck equipment, rail car valves and equipment, and car wash systems. OPW has manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia Pacific, with sales offices around the world.
OPW is part of the Dover Corporation, which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under 'DOV'. To learn more about OPW’s 125 years of providing industry-leading solutions, visit our website at . Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems, consumable supplies, software
and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment.
Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under " DOV. " Additional information is available at . Summary Description: Utilizes a variety of tools to modify and
support a robust Quality Management System. This role will provide support to all aspects of operations including assembly, welding, CNC machining, electronics, and new product development.
The Quality Engineer must effectively support the following items in order to meet all company requirements and initiatives around Safety Quality, Deliver, and Cost: Safety, Quality Assurance, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Quality Reporting, Associate Training Essential Responsibilities: Works with Quality Manager to develop and implement quality management strategies and processes related to mechanical or electronic components. Interfaces with Engineering and Production to ensure that the transfer of new products to Production is in accordance with approved data, and that existing products and processes are maintained and improved.
Creates and supports Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods to assure that company and regulatory standards are met. Prepares QA Reports and drive quality improvement in daily workcell meetings. Participates in a lead role in training & development as well as Kaizen events. Ensures internal quality management system (QMS) supports compliance with ISO, TUV, AAR, ATEX & ASME certification requirements. Conducts quality assurance inspection and testing, evaluate data using statistical software.
Provides recommendations for adjustments to product design, manufacturing processes, and quality systems based off of an analysis of available quality data. Leads A3 projects for root cause analysis or quality related issues. Supports management of suppliers by maintaining supplier corrective actions, conducting supplier audits, tracking supplier certifications, and reviewing non-conforming material for manufacturability. Designs, develops, tests, and justifies required equipment for recommended manufacturing methods.
Performs product/process analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement, and efficiency improvement. Determines quality and reliability standards based off of interpreted engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas. Validates deviations from existing standards and processes as needed to assure quality standards are met. Conducts root-cause analysis and disposition activities of returned products (RMA), including maintaining a process to address from initiation to completion all returned customer product (RMA) in a timely and effective manner. Coordinates with departments in organization for receipt, root-cause analysis and disposition of RMAs as well as assembly line rejects.
Manages and reports to management on RMA's and internal Quality Issues. Other activities as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Quality, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical) / Business / other applicable field. 3—5 years of experience in an Engineering, Quality Engineering, or related role. Proven ability to utilize A3 problem solving methodologies and tools. This position is based in the Knappco facility in Hamilton, OH. Preferred Qualifications: Strong data driven problem solving background, including ability to conduct analysis, identify root causes, develop corrective action, and verify effective closure and removal of issues in manufacturing environments.
ISO 9001 Standard, ISO 15000 and TS 16949 experience strongly preferred. Experience in PPAP methodologies is preferred Experience coordinating Measurement Machine (CMM) experience and programming along with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT). Experience in PPAP methodologies. Experience in analyzing, implementing, and sustaining systems and processes for continuous improvement for Electronic components.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. High level of customer focus and ability to maintain a positive attitude at all times. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times with customers and coworkers. Fully observe Dover’s Code of Ethical Conduct, Employee Handbook “Personal Conduct of Employees” policies. High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products. Self-directed, positive and ethical role model able to work with minimal supervision. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
The employee may occasionally work near moving mechanical parts while on shop floor. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to Sit, stand, walk, talk, write, lift, work with hands both in an office and shop floor environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
