What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Technician position at Traylor Bros. Inc.?
Established in 1999, Onyett Fabricators is a dedicated shop providing fabrication and field services, welding,
and other structural metalwork for the coal, aggregate, and construction industries.
Onyett has 34,000 square feet of shop space and operates 24/7 to meet our clients’ needs.
SERVICES
- Line Boring, Shop and Field
- All Size Bucket Repairs
- Structural Steel Fabrication
- Dozer Repairs and Liners
- Ripper Repairs and New Machined AR400 Rippers
- Barge and Pontoon Fabrication
- Hard Facing and Tungsten Carbiding Capabilities
- Multiple Machining Capabilities
- Drill Stem Repairs and Manufacture
- New Stock Plate in Mild Steel, AR400, Nickel Chrome and Chromium Clad Overlay
AREAS OF WORK
- Coal Mines
- Power Plants (Gas, Coal)
- Cement Plants
- Aggregate (Rock and Sand)
- Farming
- Construction (Dirt and Asphalt)
- Dredging
- Tunneling and Boring Companies
PORTABLE FIELD SERVICE
20 Trucks Equipped with:
- Cranes
- Welding Equipment
- Air Arcs
- Air Compressors
- Line Boring Equipment
MACHINE SHOP
34,000 sq ft, 24/7 Work Hours
Overhead Cranes
Five (5) 5-ton Cranes
Two (2) 2-ton Cranes
Cutting Table
Plasma CNC Cutting to 2 in
Torch CNC Cutting to 6 in
Blast and Paint Capabilities
2,100 sq ft Paint Bay
Presses
450-ton Press
1,000-ton Press up to 20 ft Long
Toshiba/Shibaura CNC
Horizontal Boring Mill
5 Axis Table, 118 in Cross Travel
x 95 in Height Travel
25,000 lb Capacity
Haas Vertical Machining Center
4 Axis Table, 50 in x 25 in Travel
16 Position Tool Changer
Toshiba CNC Vertical Lathe
59 in x 70 in Table with 59 in Height
17,600 lb Capacity
Viper VT-50 CNC Lathe
25 in Double Chucks
9.25 in Spindle Bore
34 in Turning Capacity x 40 in Swing
Cincinnati Milacron Avenger 250S Lathe
10.39 Diameter x 16.42 Length
Sub Spindle 65 in
Poreba Hollow Spindle Lathe
Double Chucks
Swing 47 in x 120 in Center to Center Chucks
Position Summary:
The Quality Technician will be instrumental in maintaining product excellence by conducting thorough testing and analysis of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Develop and construct quality assurance test plans based on product specifications and requirements.
- Perform routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products using various testing devices and procedures.
- Collect, measure, and weigh samples of materials in accordance with established sampling plans.
- Conduct analytical tests on samples using instrumentation and equipment, interpreting results to assess factors such as purity, particle size, and hardness.
- Apply arithmetic formulas and statistical methods to analyze test data and evaluate product quality.
- Document and report test results accurately and promptly, maintaining comprehensive records of all tests conducted.
- Collaborate closely with production teams and other departments to perform and validate tests, ensuring adherence to predetermined quality guidelines.
- Recommend changes to quality guidelines based on test results and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Calibrate and maintain testing equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Implement quality control procedures and protocols to meet regulatory standards and customer specifications.
- Provide training and guidance to production personnel on quality standards, testing methods, and procedures.
Skills and Abilities
- Proficient in conducting analytical tests using various testing devices and instrumentation.
- Strong mathematical skills and ability to apply arithmetic formulas and statistical methods for data analysis.
- Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and record-keeping abilities.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve quality issues.
- Familiarity with quality control standards, regulations, and procedures.
- Experience in calibration and maintenance of testing equipment is advantageous.
Education/Experience
- Associate degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering Technology, or a related field; or equivalent work experience in manufacturing
- Previous experience in quality control or quality assurance within a fabrication or manufacturing environment is preferred.
Physical Demands
- Travel will be required to attend training and meetings.
- Ability to sit or stand for the entire shift
- Occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
- Ability to lift, frequently, at least 50 pounds.
- Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly.