1st Shift - Quality Technician

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Located in Kansas City, KS

Salary: $19 - $20

1st Shift - Quality Technician

Are you passionate about maintaining quality standards and ensuring precision in manufacturing processes? A local Kansas City, KS company is seeking a dedicated Quality Technician to join their team! This is an evaluation hire (potential direct placement for the right candidate), with room for advancement and growth opportunities. This role involves performing a variety of quality control tasks, including measuring parts, conducting internal audits, and calibrating test equipment.

PAY: $19 - $20/hr

SCHEDULE:  Mon – Fri, 6:00am – 2:30pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

As a Quality Technician, you will:

• Read and interpret part drawings and technical specifications.
• Develop and enhance inspection instructions to maintain high-quality standards.
• Conduct inspections using measuring and test equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
• Maintain meticulous documentation and records for quality assurance purposes.
• Perform internal audits to ensure compliance with manufacturing standards and company procedures.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives, statistical studies, and efficiency enhancements.
• Compare quality standards with customer requirements and provide support during PPAP processes.
• Calibrate and maintain a database of all gauging equipment.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Two years of relevant experience in quality control or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong mathematical aptitude for computations and data analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, for data management and reporting.

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS

• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Operator or Programmer certification.
• Internal Auditor certification.
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) knowledge.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Regular standing, walking, and use of hands for handling tools and equipment.
• Clear vision and hearing abilities, with the capability to reach, stoop, kneel, or crawl as needed.

ABOUT EXPRESS PROS SHAWNEE 

We have a dedicated staff who partners with local businesses to help match job openings with associates who are ready to find their next career. We specialize in light industrial, manufacturing, administrative, professional search among others.  Express Shawnee is part of a network of 760 individually owned offices in US and Canada with far reaching recruiting abilities.

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