Quality Technician II (Receiving) bei Orange EV

Quality Technician II (Receiving)                                             

Join Orange EV, a fast-growing manufacturer of electric vehicles that are better for the earth, people and the bottom line. Make a difference for the world as part of a company leading the electric vehicle revolution. 

Position Summary

Technical Specialist Supervisor with a passion for electric vehicle technology and proven track record of supporting service technicians. Candidates are skilled at understanding electric vehicle technical functions and administering in-depth technical support to remotely based technicians. Candidates also bring a history of working with product engineering and manufacturing teams to create tools to educate and advance the knowledge of vehicle diagnostics and repair.

Position Responsibilities

Employee Training and Awareness

• Complete within one year Quality-related QA modules as agreed
• Achieve within 2 years, relevant ASQ certification.
• Be an active participant in quality-related improvement activities with cross-functional team members as needed.
• Work with all levels of associates to learn all manufacturing processes from raw materials, and sub-assemblies to End of Line (EOL) validation when applicable.
• Read blueprints and use gages and other inspection equipment to properly inspect incoming parts, finished products and raw materials and collect associated data as needed.
• Be a participant in CI and learning across all functional areas through training and communication of quality initiatives. Be recognized as a go-to person for other Quality team members as well as manufacturing personnel for solutions to acceptability of product and/or processes.

Build Quality into the Manufacturing Process

• Conduct receiving inspection in an efficient and timely manner in accordance with the procedures of supplier parts and assemblies as necessary.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to Supplier Quality Engineers (SQE’s), Production personnel, and/or Supply Chain in a clear, concise, timely manner.
• Makes quality decisions about suspect parts and disposition of defective material, both from the supplier and internal production, through the Material Review Board (MRB) Process.
• Using core tools provides a proactive approach to building quality into the process rather than inspecting for quality.
• Assist in the development of incoming inspection fixturing and gaging.
• Assist with the development of Poke-yoke processes where applicable.
• Adhere to the QMS, such as control plans, PPAP, FMEA, calibrations, etc.
• Conduct and maintain an internal inspection program throughout the manufacturing process.
• Assist in the coordination of the calibration program on gauges, torque wrenches, etc.
• Adhere to compliance with nationally recognized standards.
• Be a support to the internal product groups, management, new product development, and Engineering and Supplier Engineering, as required.

Problem Troubleshooting

• Support Customer, Material, Production & Supplier Quality Engineering as necessary in Field, Internal, and Supplier Incident reports, plus Corrective Action report investigations.
• Participate in and work with a cross-functional team to develop internal resolution of manufacturing non-conformances and prevent recurrence.
• Support investigation of product quality problems, determine root cause, gather and analyze data, and implement corrective action to reduce or eliminate the cause.
• Identifies opportunities and communicates with Quality Engineering for change requests to product engineering related to drawing corrections, product assembly problems, etc.
• Assist in the tracking and measurement of supplier First Pass Yield (FPY) and the development of action plans for improvement.

Continuous Improvement/Lean Enterprise

• Support the implementation of the 5-S workplace organization processes in the Receiving Inspection area through direct project involvement and through fellow team members.
• Establish and utilize frameworks and systems, including tools such as visual management, problem solving, standard work and kaizen.
• Ability to cooperate and commit in a team environment to achieve goals and deliverables.
• Resolve difficult or complicated challenges using the problem-solving process.

Position Qualifications

Required: 3-4 years’ experience in quality-related work in a manufacturing environment or related experience and to be able to develop into a Quality Technician III within 18 months.

Minimum intermediate proficiency in the Microsoft suite of tools

Preferred: Intermediate understanding and use of quality core tools such as Control Plans, SPC (Statistical Process Control), PPAP (Production Part Approval Process). Intermediate use of analytical and problem-solving skills along with demonstrable verbal, writing and interpersonal skills, is required. Awareness of nationally recognized standards such as ISO, AIAG, ASME, etc. Background in metal fabrication, sheet metal manufacturing, welding, powder coating paint systems and electrical & electronic component assembly a plus.

Intermediate understanding and interpretation of blueprints and schematics.

Competencies

Quality and Production are team endeavors; communication and teamwork are essential to who we are and how we succeed.

· Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrate group presentation skills, and ability to conduct meetings.

· Strong ability to express complicated and technical matters in a clear, concise manner.

· Embrace and enjoy a diverse working environment, understanding the strengths each of our differences brings to the team.

· Involve others in problem-solving and process improvement.

· Foster and encourage an atmosphere of responsibility, quality, and pride in all who function in the team

· Intermediate computer skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams

Physical Requirements 

Office and/or manufacturing plant floor setting (non-airconditioned).

Required to sit, stand, and frequently move about the facility. Required to use safety glasses and other PPE in specific areas. May occasionally be required to lift or move up to 50 lbs.

This job description aims to provide a comprehensive summary of the essential duties and responsibilities typically performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks beyond those specifically outlined.

Orange EV is an Equal Opportunity Employers and seek diversity in candidates for employment. 

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