Quality Tech

Review and interpret drawings, schematics, formulas, and applicable standards to establish and maintain quality processes and production operations within both the foundry and factory environments. Perform daily product audits, including inspection and testing of raw materials and casting components through visual checks, use of measuring tools, and chemical composition analysis. Execute and maintain laboratory activities, including managing chemical inventories, preparing and standardizing chemical solutions, and ensuring the lab remains organized and clean. Monitor process and product alarms, review operational reports and recordings, and take timely action to address any issues identified. Assist in and prepare for internal and external audits to ensure compliance with EQMS, ISO 9001:2015, UL, and CSA requirements. Monitor, document, and manage gauge calibration activities, including initiating and coordinating the packing and shipment of gauges for calibration. Conduct and/or support laboratory testing, including data collection, documentation, reporting, and filing of results for various process and production operations. This includes compatibility, moisture, and green strength testing of the sand control system; grain fineness testing of raw core and mold sands; tensile and chill testing of iron production; spectrometer calibration and operation; methylene blue testing of molding sand; and acid drop testing for plating thickness. Assist in developing and implementing Visual Management practices, including maintaining charts and creating information and display boards. Participate in and/or initiate problem-solving processes using Lean Six Sigma methodologies, including RCCA, 5 Whys, and the 8D process. Perform 5S activities to ensure a safe, organized, and user-friendly work environment. Procure small equipment and supplies as needed. Minimum of 2 years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Amarillo, TX will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation. High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution Math and analytical skills with the ability to calculate percentages and generate charts on excel to define project baselines and estimate improvements. Basing engineering skill to understand and interpret product specifications Strong problem-solving skills with a bias towards achieving planned results. Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to plan, organize, and schedule work to meet deadlines. Ability to use measuring tools such as CMM, caliper, etc We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws. You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number. We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Certificate of Lean Six Sigma such as yellow belt, green belt etc.