Lead Tech, Quality - 2

• Comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures., * Other duties may be assigned
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Support and participate in Kaizen events and other improvement activities
• Additional responsibilities as outlined in the progression documentation, * Lift up to 60 lbs. at waist level and up to 30 lbs. at shoulder level up to an occasional basis when moving products
• Push or pull with up to 70 lbs. of force up to an occasional basis when moving products
• Generate up to 65 lbs. of grip strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
• Generate up to 15 lbs. of pinch strength up to an occasional basis with each hand while handling products
• Display average coordination with both hands up to a continuous basis while performing job tasks
• Perform elevated work up to an occasional basis when handling products
• Stoop, kneel or squat up to an occasional basis when handling products
• Reach forward and to the side up to a frequent basis when handling products
• Stand up to a continuous basis and walk up to a frequent basis during the course of each shift
• Able to perform repetitive tasks up to 12 hours per day

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Pass pre-employment tests
• Work in a team environment with the ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner, * Flexibility of work hours, including mandatory OT, coverage of both shifts, when business needs require
• Ability to safely work with and around moving equipment.
• Ability to learn, and rotate to, different responsibilities and / or positions
• Ability to communicate in a concise and respectful manner with team members
• Regular / dependable attendance consistent with attendance guidelines is required
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the job
• Ability to learn and perform repetitive job tasks
• Perform Total Productive Maintenance duties
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Must inspect and troubleshoot all aspects of production as outlined in quality processes and audits
• Provide internal/external customers with support in resolving quality issues
• Must be able to assist with problem resolution during new product introductions
• Must be able to design and carry out statistical studies and special quality projects
• Must be able to conduct classes and train others on statistical process control techniques, material standards and general quality practices
• Analyze and implement Quality projects; Involvement in preventative activities such as process documentation, machine capability studies, and defect data collection are required.
• Provide leadership that will utilize the talents of all team members
• Coach and mentor team members regarding safety, quality, and productivity to achieve department goals, * Manufacturing experience is necessary
• Previous quality experience as a Quality Technician - Level 1 progression

SKILLS AND TALENTS: (*skills are required prior to entry into the position)

• Decision making / problem solving in a manufacturing environment.
• Use of hand tools and machinery is required
• Requires communication skills and the cognitive ability to learn the safety, quality, and productivity standards
• Learn, comprehend and implement Lock Out/Tag Out and safety and quality procedures to assure the safe and proper operation of the equipment
• Ability to perform simple to moderately difficult math
• Familiarity with American units of measure for weight, time, and distance
• Ability to be a self-started and decision maker
• Proficient knowledge of computers: Microsoft Office, Thrive, AutoCAD, Oracle
• Flexibility to travel to vendors and other Mfg. sites
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Proficient mechanical aptitudeEfficient time management

TRAINING PREFERRED:

• Problem Solving Certification (Pella or external certification)

REQUIRED CLASSES:

• MS Excel 1 & 2
• MS Word 1 & 2
• PS PowerPoint 1
• Quality Technology
• Wood Technology
• Paint Technology
• Glass Technology
• Adhesives & Sealants
• Industrial Math
• Measurement Technology
• Standard & Technical Blueprint Reading
• Algebra & Trigonometry
• DMAIC Problem solving Unit 1 & 2
• Mentoring & Training Techniques
• Normal Distribution ATH2001
• Measurement System Analysis ATH2002
• Variable Gauge R&R ATH2003
• Data Collection ATH2004
• Process Capability ATH2005
• Minitab