Job Title: Quality Tech

Company: UCN

Location: Champaign, IL

Employment Type: Full-Time

Summary of Position:

Quality Tech performs in a dynamic environment, engaging in repetitive quality-related tasks on a seat manufacturing assembly line and in receiving and shipping areas. Using tools and devices, this role ensures the highest quality standards with specific tolerances and requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to):

* Assist the Quality Department in maintaining the highest quality of all parts, products, and finished goods

* Inspect finished products before sending to the next department or holding area

* Perform layered audits and quality checks

* Write detailed quality reports as needed

* Review production or processing issues with Supervisors

* Collaborate with department Supervisors and Managers to set and monitor product standards

* Examine samples of raw products or direct testing during processing to ensure prescribed quality

* Determine if parts pass/fail quality standards

* Assist in the setup and calibration of gauging and measuring devices; train floor associates on device usage

* Track parts and scrap

* Package finished products for shipment as needed

* Rotate through all tasks required in a particular production process

* Ensure proper adherence to 5-S standards

* Perform various operations within the group to maintain workflow

* Follow Quality policies and standards such as ISO 9001, TS16949, IATF16949

* Adhere to environmental, health, and safety policies

* Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

* Broad knowledge of quality systems including TS16949, ISO, and QS; continuous improvement, Kaizen, 5-S, lean manufacturing, KANBAN, TPS

* Quality experience in an assembly and manufacturing environment

* Must pass X Rite color hue test

* 1 year of experience required

Technical/Computer Skills:

* Identify visual defects and make quality decisions

* Properly use quality gauges, tools, and devices

* Strong problem-solving skills

* Good interpersonal and communication skills

* Proficient in math, reading, and writing

Physical Demands:

* Regularly required to talk and hear

* Heavy walking and standing throughout the shift

* Bend at the knees and waist frequently

* Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

* Use hands for typing, handling objects, and paperwork

* Reach and hold items at chest level or above the shoulder

* Wear safety Personal Protective Equipment

* Travel for training if required (domestic/international)

* Ability to work overtime and/or weekends

* Ability to work a fixed or rotating schedule

The employee generally works in warehouse and indoor office environments but occasionally works outside, in all types of weather and on uneven terrain.

UCN is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and nondiscrimination in all aspects of employment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by laws or regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Assembly line
• In-person
• Manufacturing facility
• Warehouse

Work Location: In person