Quality Technician

About the company:

Since 1965, Armstrong Fluid Technology has proudly operated in North Tonawanda, NY. We are globally recognized as pioneers and leaders in designing, engineering, and manufacturing advanced fluid-flow equipment. Our expertise spans HVAC, Hydronics, and Fire Systems, making us a key player in driving innovation and excellence in the industry. Join us to be a part of a team that shapes the future of intelligent fluid technology.

Job Summary:

Duties performed under the general supervision of the Quality Engineering Supervisor. Perform inspections to ensure product conformance to specifications. Work closely with Production and Quality Engineering. Responsible for performing a variety of clerical and other Quality-related functions. Assignments can range from routine daily/weekly/monthly tasks to special data collection, analysis, and reporting. All functions of this position are conducted in a professional manner.

Pay $60,000 - $65,000 year

Specific Duties / Essential Functions:

• Perform incoming, in-process, final, and outgoing inspection of materials, assemblies, and products for conformance to specifications.


• Includes visual, mechanical, and electrical circuit inspections.


• Includes documentation reviews.


• Maintain Quality documents, logs, samples, equipment, and all related files.

Initiate, process, and maintain the following in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system:

• Nonconformance Reports (NCR)


• Supplier Claims


• Return Material Authorizations (RMA)


• Rework Orders


• Inspection Set Up


• Inventory Transactions


• Communicate Quality issues with various functions including, but not limited to, Customer Service, Purchasing, Engineering, Logistics and Production. This may include communication with other Armstrong sites.


• Communicate Quality issues with customers and suppliers.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist as needed with the following functions:


• Tool and gauge calibration and maintenance


• Customer and regulatory audits and inspections.


• Internal and external audits of the QMS and EMS


• Corrective action analysis and implementation.


• Identify opportunities to enhance and improve policies and procedures.


• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area.


• Perform other related duties as directed by Company Leadership.

Preferred Qualifications/Education/Experience:

• Must have a high school diploma. Two- or four-year college degree preferred.


• Clerical experience with knowledge of general office practices, procedures, and equipment.


• Ability to read and interpret Engineering drawings and specifications.


• Able to work independently as well as part of a team.


• Good organizational skills. Able to multi-task and prioritize.


• Able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.


• Working computer knowledge. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.


• Experience with ERP systems.


• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management systems requirements.


• Manual dexterity and strength/stamina to perform all tasks. Able to lift 45 pounds unassisted.


• Ability to work in a non-air-conditioned environment.


• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance on the first day of employment


• 401k match up to 5%


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Time Off


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Annual safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement