Quality Auditor at Ideal Tridon

Who We Are:

We are the global leader in worm gear, t-bolt, band, strut, specialty clamps, hose supports, conduit, fastening solutions, fittings, and couplings. Our products meet the highest standards demanded by global customers. A commitment to service and dedication to quality drive us each day. While billions of Ideal Tridon products have sealed critical connections for our customers, we continue to push the boundaries of innovative design. Our legacy and proven capabilities ensure that we’re well-positioned to support new applications and emerging markets. At Ideal Tridon, whether it’s the performance of our products or the responsiveness of our service, connections are at the heart of what we do.

Job Description:

The Quality Auditor ensures product components production, assembly, and packaging processes, and the finished product meets product specifications through the use of Quality Standards, Prints, specifications, the use of Statistical Techniques, and Customer Requirements.

We are seeking Quality Auditors for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift at our Smyrna TN plant.

Shift: 1st Shift Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:00pm 

          2nd Shift Monday-Friday 3:00pm-11:00pm 

          3rd Shift Sunday-Thursday 11:00pm-7:00am 

Job Summary:

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Audits work in progress, components, assemblies, and other production processes to ensure adherence to customer requirements specified in control plans and pack-op sheets.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area as part of general responsibilities.
• Receives training in paperwork and document center procedures, including the audit register, quality alerts, labor tickets, and execution of nonconforming product reports (RID).
• Adheres to safe machine operation practices by identifying and removing slip, trip, and fall hazards, ensuring proper housekeeping, understanding personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and following lockout/tagout procedures.
• Completes health, safety, and environmental (HSE) training as outlined in the job's Training Instruction Checklist.
• Performs various audit functions related to plant production, such as resolving quality issues, completing customer audit forms, and visually inspecting components and assemblies against control plan requirements.
• Utilizes tools and equipment including AS400, Slick, Microsoft Office (Excel and Word), RF scan gun, hand tools, and measurement equipment to conduct audits and reporting tasks.
• Operates computer terminals effectively by managing on/off switches, password keying, keyboard functions, and screen navigation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Required Skills & Abilities:            

• Knowledge of quality management systems, industry standards, and inspection techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in using measurement tools and equipment.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with quality software applications.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.

 Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent education and experience required.
• Prefers previous hands-on knowledge and experience in quality auditing products in a manufacturing function or similar manufacturing experience. 
• Background in reading blueprints and using calipers and gages is required.

 Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and/or sitting and reaching with hands and arms.
• May occasionally climb stairs, drive vehicles, and operate equipment.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds at a time.