QUALITY TECHNICIAN - Judge Group

Quality Technician

Location: Novi, MI (Fully On Site)

Max Pay: $23/hour

Work Schedule: Onsite 5 days a week, 8 hours per day. Start time is somewhat flexible, typically between 5:30 am - 2:00 pm or 6:00 am - 2:30 pm. Overtime may be required during the week and/or weekends.

Additional Qualifications/Manager Notes:

• Candidates with strong quality credentials, particularly those experienced in the automotive industry, are preferred.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding blueprints/drawings is essential.
• Experience with checking fixtures, tooling build fixtures, and end effectors is a plus. Ability to perform internal buy-offs using blueprints and quality documentation is required.
• Familiarity with Faro operator and/or CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Knowledge of methodologies such as 3L5Y, 8D, and kaizens would be helpful.
• Exposure to standard product buyoffs (e.g., Power Roll beds, Respot, Pop-ups, Turntables, GEO bases) is beneficial.

Summary

As a Quality Technician, you will support project teams in implementing Quality Control within manufacturing plants. Your role involves clear communication of quality deliverables and performance targets, emphasizing a ‘Zero Defect’ mindset. By ensuring supplier, manufacturing, and customer interactions align with the highest quality expectations, you contribute to superior customer satisfaction.

Duties and Responsibilities (not an exhaustive list):

• Report to the Plant QC Supervisor.
• Serve as the quality interface between Manufacturing Leaders and Production Supervisors.
• Conduct routine data collection, analysis, and feedback.
• Inspect production processes and products (quality control gates) both at the plant and customer sites.
• Report non-conforming products or process deviations to immediate supervision.
• Develop and enhance quality control checklists.
• Monitor closure of open issues and non-conformances.
• Drive continuous improvement by adhering to standards on the shop floor.
• Measure and track departmental performance.
• Analyze selected areas for improvement.
• Align the QC department’s vision with the established plant’s vision.
• Coach supervisors and hourly personnel on QC procedures and requirements.
• Document current and future states, stretch objectives, and QC performance targets.
• Implement Quality KPIs throughout the plant, educating hourly employees and supervisors on effective tracking and usage.
• Perform in-process inspections, including IBOs (Initial Build Outs), torque audits, visual walks, and buy-offs.

Key Performance Indicators & Measures:

• Quality KPIs for Site Quality Control.
• Periodic recertification and validation of inspection processes through job observations.
• Data-driven decisions regarding quality indicators.
• Customer Satisfaction Index.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of Product or Process Quality Management experience in the automotive or allied industry.
• Relevant education and quality certifications are preferred.