Quality Control Technican

Location:

Carthage Employment Status:

Hourly Full-Time Function:

Quality Assurance/Control Pay Grade and Range:

$17.38 - $21.14 hourly

Bonus Plan:

 

Local Internal Candidate Eligibility Criteria:

 1. Is a Lincoln Electric employee with at least 1 year of service 2. Is NOT on an active Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) Summary of the Position Harris Products Group, is a subsidiary of Lincoln Electric, is seeking a highly motivated QC Technician to join our team at the Carthage, TN facility. In this role, the QC Technician performs detailed inspections and testing of manufactured products at various stages of the production process, as well as on completed components, to ensure conformance with quality standards and specifications. This position is responsible for evaluating materials, in-process parts, and finished goods to identify defects, verify product reliability, and support continuous improvement. The QC Technician partners closely with production and engineering teams to uphold quality requirements, ensure compliance with company and industry standards, and maintain the overall integrity and performance of Harris Products.

Key Deliverables Works safely and supports safety within their team and across the organization. Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions - Timely completion of projects and reports Performs internal audits on processes and procedures Instrument calibrations and data accuracy Performs comprehensive quality assessments of products in all stages of the manufacturing process. Completes product assessments on a timely basis to ensure a smooth flow of material through the processes and into finished goods. Understands the various manufacturing processes and standard operating procedures. Trains operator to recognize acceptable vs. unacceptable physical characteristics of raw, in-process, and finished material per specification and customer requirements. Works with manufacturing personnel to identify root causes of non-conformances. Understands any physical testing requirements for manufactured material. Processes returns for manufactured and purchased products. Investigates the root cause and take corrective action when necessary. Ensures that all documentation is properly completed and routed to the appropriate personnel. Performs receipt inspection of raw material and notifies purchasers of manufacturing issues. Then initiating a DMN and quarantines material Maintains computer database for CAR and calibration records Key Deliverables (Continued) Safety Training, Team Meetings & Lean concepts Participates in safety and skill training and demonstrates a high regard for safety at all times Attends team meetings Utilizes lean tools: 6s, visual factory concepts in maintaining order, cleanliness, and a safe work environment Participate in all required skills training and educational courses Must be willing and able to wear required personal protective equipment while performing the job as required by the company Requirements High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required Manufacturing experience preferred Hands on Welding / Brazing experience preferred Selected candidate paygrade and job level will be determined based upon qualifications and experience Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident Physical Requirements of Position Sitting or standing for a 10-hour work day as the job dictates, with occasional overtime Heavy or constant visual attention is required when performing the job Ability to lift 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds team lifting, raising or lowering an object from one level to another, including upward pulling Ability to handle job materials, sizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hands Heavy or constant visual attention is required when performing the job Reasonable Accommodation The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.