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Career Opening: Quality Assurance Technician

Location: Clarence NY Headquarters

Seal & Design, Inc. is a family owned company founded and located in Clarence, NY with three divisions located across the U.S. and Canada. Our product line includes gaskets, o-rings, seals, molded products, die-cut foams, and many other specific products for all kinds of sealing applications. We provide superior products to our customers across many industries, including: Automotive, Medical, Military, Aerospace, Electronics, Power Generation, Hydraulics, and HVAC.

To learn more about us visit www.sealanddesign.com and view our recruiting video at https://youtu.be/Bae9usXohso.

Job Information

Title Quality Assurance Technician
Description Performs the quality aspects associated with raw material, inspection and fabrication activities and ensures that quality concepts and controls are integrated into fabrication and receiving operations.
Hours Full time, Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Responsibilities

  • Qualifies first-piece fabrication product and performs random quality checks as indicated by the quality specifications; has the authority to stop production when needed to correct quality problems
  • Completes first article approval processes (FAIR’s), as required
  • Utilizes the vision system inspection machines and other testing equipment as needed
  • Completes routine auditing and inspection of shop floor activities to ensure compliance with manufacturing, customer and quality requirements
  • Conducts inspection of and qualifies resale items and tooling used in fabrication
  • Maintains records and procedures in compliance with all quality standards and certifications
  • Reviews incoming product, segregates damaged / out-of-spec product when necessary and informs supervisors of any findings
  • Initiates the non-conformance process; identifies preventive actions and continual improvement opportunities
  • Interfaces with Sales Department to understand all dimensional and customer specifications in order resolve any issues and updates to specific requirements
  • Works with Purchasing, Sales, and Shipping & Receiving Departments on returns, as needed, to ensure receipt of credit and/or replacement of products
  • Assists Director of QA, Quality Engineer / PPAP Coordinator, QA Specialist & QA Inspector in any duties as requested

Qualifications

  • Associates degree (AA) in a technical curriculum or three to five years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Proficiency working in a computer supported environment with business system software and Microsoft office programs
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001 & IATF 16949 quality standards
  • Experience using hand-held and automated measuring equipment such as calipers, tape measures and micrometers
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints
  • Understanding of Lean 5S principles
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow; able to multi-task
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

Benefits

Seal & Design rewards our engaged and talented team with competitive salaries and generous, comprehensive benefit packages which include:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
  • 401(k) and profit sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • Bonuses
  • Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Yearly Performance Reviews