Supplier Quality Technician
Description
SUMMARY:
Drives quality improvements back to our suppliers. A Supplier Quality Technician (SQT) identifies and drives quality and cost improvements with Lincoln Industries’ strategic suppliers. A SQT works in a fast paced, multi-tasked environment while interacting with a cross-functional team. The SQT is expected to develop good working relationship with LI’s people and suppliers.
WAGE TYPE: Hourly. FLSA Exemption: Administrative Exemption.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform cosmetic and dimensional inspection on parts.
• Accurately transact products in the ERP system (Navision).
• Quarantine and sort through non-conforming material as needed.
• Generate supplier RMA requests for non-conforming material.
• Provide feedback to the team.
• Effectively communicate using e-mail and telephone.
• Conduct transactions in the Enterprise Resource Planning System (Navision).
• Support elements of Root Cause Analyses and Corrective Action process.
• Proper disposal of waste such as recyclables, standard waste, hazardous waste, etc. is expected. in accordance to LI’s environmental policy. Maintain good housekeeping of operational areas.
• Any other tasks required to fulfill Lincoln Industries' Beliefs and Drivers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted for the expected levels of education and experience required.
Education
• Associate’s Degree preferred
• 2+ years in Manufacturing preferred
Skills
• Handles issues with supervision and peer help
• Possesses basic knowledge of subject matter
• Partners with Engineers/Specialists to tests solutions
• Inspects products and processes for flaws and identifies area of improvement
• Ability to audit products and processes to identify opportunities and drive improvements
• Detail oriented
• Influences peers
• Treats others with respect.
• Seeks and acts on feedback for personal growth.
• Proficient at Microsoft Office Programs (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc).
• Can use standard measuring equipment
Communication Skills:
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language
• Must communicate clearly with suppliers in written and verbal means
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, suppliers, or internal stakeholders.
Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to perform physical functions equivalent to Category E.
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