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Quality Technician- 1st shift

Vertiv

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Anderson, SC
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First Shift
SHIFT

Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain positive, progressive, and productive attitude toward plant targets and objectives regarding reliability, accountability, safety, integrity, quality, and productivity as a unified goal.
  • Utilize the NCR process and 8D approach to building quality into the processes including but not limited to:
  • Internally Audit daily work activities within the organization to identify non-conformances in process that require sustained correction.   
  • Expeditiously Initiate, Manage-by-Priority, and Close out NCR’s.       
  • Escalate repeated non-conformances or advanced level problems to QA Engineers.
  • Measures cost of poor quality and number of customer complaints
  • Manages external complaints and handles RGA’s.
  • Transfers all NCR corrective actions to FMEA critical controls and adds those controls to Groups control plan.
  • Ensures all associates in respective area are competently trained and practicing proper operating procedures to ensure a quality product is passed through all stations.
  • Identifies opportunities to builds quality into the products and processes.
  • Liaise closely with engineering, production, safety, vendors to ensure product compliance.
  • Engage in any improvements which seek to drive the COPQ down.
  • Assist development of a fully documented SOP’s for all activities within the organization.
  • Deliver training for any new quality improvement
  • Controls feedback from first and second party MS audits.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of High school diploma or GED
  • 3-5 years' experience working in an advanced technical QA position in a manufacturing environment preferred.
  • 3-5 years' experience quality related document control preferred.
  • 3-5 years' experience using measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, and/or tape measures) to do in-depth quality checks.
  • Must be willing to learn the entire process of the production line where you are assigned
  • Quality related certifications and training highly preferred (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.)
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle pressure and request resources when necessary.
  • Ability to work as a member of a team in a team-oriented environment.
  • Ability to plan and organize your responsibilities according to needs of the company
  • Ability to make decision and self-pace your work. Strong prioritization skills.
  • Demonstrated tenacious problem-solving ability in an organized manner using 8D/NCR methodology. 
  • Experience with Data Collection and SPC. 
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and measure or test product to determine conformance. 
  • Trained on Internal Auditor.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.  Teachable to grow reporting skills.
  • Ability to occasionally travel to vendors and clients to handle NCR’s. 
  • Ability to interact with multiple people at different levels to include but not limited to upper management, production, engineering, clients, and vendors to creatively resolve quality issues. 
  • Must act in the best interest of E&I to clients and suppliers. 

 

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Due to the nature of our work, Team Members may be required to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis, carry objects over distance, bend/twist, squat, climb ladders, sit or stand for extended periods of time, use tools requiring manual dexterity, and may be required to operate powered industrial equipment.

 

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

  • 10%

 

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

 

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity. Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

 

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

  • Customer Focus
  • Operational Excellence
  • High-Performance Culture
  • Innovation
  • Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

  • Own It
  • Act With Urgency
  • Foster a Customer-First Mindset
  • Think Big and Execute
  • Lead by Example
  • Drive Continuous Improvement
  • Learn and Seek Out Development
  • Promote Transparent & Open Communication 

 

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $8 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 130+ countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [email protected]. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

 

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.