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Incoming Quality Technician

Nilfisk

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Brooklyn Park, MN
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Job Description

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Job Overview:

DESCRIPTION

Senior Quality Inspector is responsible for providing guidance for the completion of First Article / PPAP inspections. Assist Engineering and quality departments in proper documentation of engineering drawing and in the measurement of complex parts.

Conduct First Article / PPAP inspections. Provide technical support and analysis on quality related issues to ensure timely resolution. Work with Quality Inspection Specialist and Supplier Quality Engineer to develop, plan and implement prevention-based quality controls to facilitate continuous reduction of defects and variations. Support corrective action system to improve quality culture. Conduct audits to ensure continuous improvement and strengthen quality culture.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

IMPORTANCE % OF TIME

Performing inspection and testing activities of incoming and in-process parts, First Articles/PPAP for conformity to specifications, using various advanced measurement tools and techniques such as CMM (FARO) and dispose result

25%

Support the processing and management of non-conforming materials, including all related transactions, dispositions.

2%

Documenting, maintaining accurate records of inspections, tests and other quality related activities in ERP (LN or SAP) and other locations.

5%

Participating in inspection process improvement.

2%

Basic problem-solving skills, including identifying and analyzing quality issues, root cause analyses (using 5Why or Ishikawa) and implementing corrective actions.

10%

Drive implementation of 6S work environment.

5%

Monitor and drive data accuracy for KPIs (Supplier DPPM, Cost of Quality)

15%

Develop inspection instructions (ICI) for parts

20%

Ensure calibration and maintenance is performed on measurement equipment

13%

Familiar with quality auditing principles, Conduct internal audits by its own

3%

TOTAL

100%

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • ~3-5 years experience gained in quality-related roles.
  • Basic ERP (SAP preferred) knowledge for nonconformance recording.
  • Proficient use of inspection tools including calipers, gages, pins, ultrasonic thickness tester, and v-blocks and CMM (FARO).
  • Ability to investigate defect details, analyze root-cause and implement corrective-actions.
  • Advanced ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, including understanding of advanced GD&T principles and inspection of critical features.
  • The senior quality Technician knowledgeable in (QMS), such as ISO 9001, and the ability to apply quality standards and requirements in inspection activities.
  • Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

Let’s create a cleaner future together

Clean is changing. Today, cleaning is a key contributor to health and safety, and a new clean is emerging, driven by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development, and we work as one team with one agenda, supporting each other across an exciting, dynamic organization. Being part of Nilfisk means having the freedom to speak your mind and do what you do best. You will thrive by having a hands-on approach and the drive to bring your great ideas to life. At Nilfisk you can lead, innovate and collaborate for a cleaner future. Are you ready to make a change?

Nilfisk offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Basic and Supplemental Life, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account with Company Contribution, 401K with Company Match, Long and Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Legal Plan, Parental Leave, Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Paid Volunteer Day, Tuition Reimbursement, Wellness Reimbursement, Scholarship opportunities, etc.

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