Quality Control Specialist

Job Description

As of 10.8.2020

Job Summary: The position of Quality Control Specialist ensures the quality of the products built and delivered are according to the agreed-upon customer requirements. Performs tasks associated with efficient and timely shipping of product.

Essential Functions:

Quality Control:

Check quality of product going through plant

Identify quality issues and bring to the attention of the Plant Manager and work toward correcting issues as quickly as possible

Inspect signage to ensure UL48 standards as being followed

Continue to refine the quality control process and bring ideas for improvement to production manager

Ensure photographs are taken of all product before it leaves the plant including pre and post loading

Download and sort photographs to folders on external hard drive

Help with special projects going through shop

Assist with prototypes

4. Follow the rules and regulations related to the safety of all employees working for the Company

Adherence to all mandated safety procedures including: driving policy, production area safety requirements and fire safety

Safety requires all employees to review materials provided by the Company related to any updates on safety procedures

Informs management of any safety related issues

Other duties as assigned

Competencies:

Ability to prioritize tasks and handle numerous issues simultaneously

Organized, detail and results oriented

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make good decisions based on the best interests of the company

Strong sense of urgency to complete tasks in a timely manner

Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision

Mechanical capabilities

Basic mathematical skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, and percentages

Ability to read a tape measure

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Ability to read blue prints and interpret sign/shop drawings and specifications

Thoroughness/detailed

Time management

Apply personal safety measures including utilizing the correct PPE

Ability to use electric hand tools

Ability to take measurement of a job (ex: using a tape measure, steel rule, tri square)

Knowledge of carpentry skills

Leadership – demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others

Problem analysis and resolution

Performance management

Collaboration skills

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. The use of hearing protection and safety eyewear is required. The use of additional specific safety equipment may be required.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to perform the following activities:

Standing.

Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

Sitting. Ability to sit at a desk for long periods of time.

Fingering. Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers.

Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.

Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.

Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.

Light work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 5 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity. To perform close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and visual inspection.

Reaching: Extending hands and arms in all direction

Forward bending, squatting, overhead reaching, kneeling/crawling, and climbing

Continuous standing

Lifting: Up to 70 lbs and team lifting up to 100 lbs

Carry and use 5 lb to 10 lb power tools or paint containers very frequently

Pushing and pulling

Moderate level of hand to eye coordination and dexterity including picking, pinching, holding, grasping and repetitive flexion/rotation

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, 40 hour a week position with overtime as required. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel: No travel required.

Educational Requirements:

Highschool diploma or GED.

Preferred Educational Requirements:

Technical school training or certification.

Knowledge Requirements:

Proficient in common PC based software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc)

Strong data entry skills

Experience with Macola EM 10 preferred

Experience in quality control in a manufacturing environment

Forklift certification

Overhead crane certification

LED light installation and wiring

Knowledge of UL 48 standards

Forklift certificate

Operate electric and pneumatic tools

General construction methods

Hand tools

OSHA general industry standards

General Disclaimer: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Other duties may be assigned as needed by the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Allen Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital, disability or veteran status.