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RESPONSIBILITIES

Acquires knowledge of product defects and root cause analysis Acquires knowledge of calculating pass rates Inspects production line and corrects if there are any issues Inspects and approve QC and production paperwork Assists with periodic physical inventory audits (monthly, quarterly, annually) Assist with QC / production trials (weight checks, box weight, mixer checks, etc.) Maintains QC supplies Maintains QC test instruments and assists with calibrations and calibration tracking Trains QC team members and production operators on QC checks and tolerances Fill in for QC operators during PTO or short-staffed Ability to operate a forklift Prepares SOPs Reports quality issues to QC Manager Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree preferred but Associates degree and / or equivalent years of experience Proven track record in quality improvement Manufacturing experience preferred. Experience of R&D in QC or QA Experience in a manufacturing plant such as machinery, equipment, material or construction manufacturer Trainer experience a plus Quality control and / or quality assurance experience is strongly preferred Knowledge of basic math skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is a must Knowledge of cost accounting, invest planning and feasibility study Experience of paint color matching Experience of visual inspections

SAFETY:

Understands and follow all safety procedures. Current on all safety trainings. Wears all required PPE when necessary (steel toe boots, safety glasses, ear plugs, hard hat or bump cap) Perform duties according to OSHA guidelines, policies and procedures. Complete all required General Plant Safety Training as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift at least 50lbs and to push-pull up to 75lbs. Must be able to work long periods while continuously standing, twisting, bending, reaching, and stooping. Must be able to go up and down steps and ladders multiple times a day. Must be able to work environment which is dusty and noisy. Must be able to work in plant environment with extreme seasonal temperatures.

BEHAVIORS

Safety Holds Self and Others accountable Contributes to "The Nichiha Way" Shares lessons learned on safety practices Demonstrates self-care and mutual-care Cooperation Team Player Treats others with respect Helps others Communicates effectively Thinks of team before self Personal Awareness Self-awareness of strengths and weaknesses Understanding of adhering to company policies and procedures (attendance, timekeeping, housekeeping) Open to constructive feedback Actively seeks ways to develop Knowledge and Problem Solving Effectively assist in resolving issues using job knowledge and skills Able to identify issues and actively seeks to resolve Offers pragmatic solutions Continuously seeks new and innovative work methods Imitative and Productivity Understands performance expectations (quality, timeliness) Strives to improve efficiency / bottleneck issues Adaptive to new ways of improvement Questions current status for improvements Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.