Quality Technician

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

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As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward-thinking, open-minded, and well-rounded individuals to join our team. Located in our Greenville plant, you will be a Quality Technician reporting to the Quality Manager. The Quality Technician will be responsible for process verification and provide specialized technical support to production for final product characteristics. Test processed materials against quality specification, assists in trouble shooting production issues. Provides alerts to key personnel on negative trends. They will be required on short notice to fill in for absences, vacation, etc. on other shifts. This responsibility includes the comparison of product to specifications and meeting the needs of the customer. This position has responsibility for quality goals; cost of poor quality, PPM, and internal scrap. This position functions as an individual contributor with no supervisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities (To name a few)

• Perform quality inspections and tests on products, materials, components, and parts at various stages of the production process to verify compliance with established quality and reliability standards.
• Inspect finished products and in-process materials to identify defects, inconsistencies, and deviations from specifications.
• Conduct process and product audits to ensure conformity with established procedures, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Analyze inspection results, test data, and quality metrics to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas requiring corrective action.
• Prepare and maintain accurate quality reports, inspection records, test results, and documentation of findings.
• Identify, document, and communicate quality issues and deviations from established standards to the appropriate personnel.
• Assist in investigating quality concerns and determining potential causes of defects or process inconsistencies.
• Recommend modifications to existing quality standards, inspection methods, testing procedures, and work processes to improve product quality and consistency.
• Support the development and implementation of new inspection methods, quality procedures, and process improvements as needed.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality personnel to address quality concerns and support corrective and preventive actions.
• Verify that products and processes meet applicable specifications and established quality requirements.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and applicable quality management requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

About You

• 3 years' experience in manufacturing or 2 years' experience in a laboratory setting or in Quality, preferred.
• Operates under limited supervision.
• Experience performing product inspections, quality testing, or manufacturing process audits.
• Familiarity with measuring instruments and quality inspection tools.
• Experience reviewing quality data, identifying trends, and documenting nonconformances.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and continuous improvement practices.
• Independently determines approach to completing assignments.
• Ability to handle varied and moderately complex assignments.
• Decision making involves compiling and organizing information from a variety of sources and using judgment in applying internal guidelines and procedures.
• Accurate recordkeeping
• Microsoft Office Suite
• May provide training, guidance and work direction for less senior
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to perform mathematical calculation.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures.
• Basic understanding on Statistical Process Control

Pay & Benefits

• Full-Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Why Gates?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Work Environment

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.