Quality Technician at J Sterling Industries – Kalamazoo, Michigan

Quality Technician

Sterling Industries – Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Company

Based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Sterling Industries is a fast-growing North American based contract manufacturer and assembler of medical devices and sub-components. We help clients deliver successful products by providing scaled production, design-for-manufacturing expertise, supplier consolidation and other critical value chain services.

Position Objective

Provides experience and expertise regarding inspection methods, correct use of metrology, calibration and support for routine inspection of received materials, and components, in-process inspection of fabricated parts and assemblies and final inspection of products prior to shipment. Provides non-routine support for engineering development activities and evaluation of customer returned product as necessary.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Participates in the development of inspection plans for receiving, in-process and final inspections.
• Leads and conducts inspections as necessary in support of quality lab operations and overall operations requirements by using CMM, Optical Comparator, LMM, Vision system, or any other handheld metrology measuring tools.
• Provides training and guidance to inspector staff and operations personnel regarding the correct use and care of metrological instrumentation, storage and maintenance.
• Inspects metrology for cleanliness, status of calibration, and general good operation.
• Guides and makes recommendations regarding the sourcing of new metrology and methods for ongoing improvements of technology.
• Manages rejections of material directly with supplier including NC and CA reporting requirements as necessary.
• Oversees calibration activities at Sterling Industries.
• Experience operation an optical comparator & CMM is a MUST.
• Experience CMM Programming is highly preferred.
• Basic GD&T understanding is a MUST.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma plus 2-3 years experience in Quality Inspection using metrology measuring tools.
• Ability to correctly read/interpret engineering drawings, experience with measurement instruments, the correct use, proper care and calibration of these devices.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or ISO 13485.
• Must possess good organization skills and be able to multitask in a busy environment.
• Strong team member with the ability to communicate and train others.

Benefits:

Full time employees are offered a comprehensive benefit package including:

• 401(k) with 1:1 match
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

We will review applications as they are received. Qualified applicants will be contacted.