About the Position:

Responsible for managing the Quality program and QC employees in a manufacturing environment. This position plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures, and recommends improvements in quality control methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Fulfill all requirements of the job description for QC Technician
• Develops standard operating procedures for inspection, testing, and evaluation as well as formulate and maintains quality assurance objectives to maximize product reliability.
• Works closely with internal departments to resolve in-house and supplier quality problems. Investigates root cause of field quality issues, and recommends and implements effective corrective action as required.
• Maintains and manages production and quality records for evaluation and traceability.
• Troubleshoots production and quality issues on the production floor and provides technical assistance in addition to identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Leads external facility audits to ensure facility and procedures are in compliance with third-party inspections.
• Assists QC Technician on the production line as necessary.
• Assists Technical Director with assigned duties as necessary.
• Be the safety leader on the floor; promote an active safety culture; stringently enforce all safety policies and procedures; and correct all safety infractions immediately.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Ensure effective employee relations. Provide employee coaching and development. Makes employment recommendations to the Technical Director. Resolves employee issues through problem resolution.
• Accomplish QC staff results by communicating job expectations: planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees.
• Balance safety, quality, productivity, cost, and morale to achieve positive results in all responsible areas. Work to continuously improve in all areas.
• Manage departmental performance measures to include employee training and provide regular progress reports to the Plant Manager.
• Work with Production to ensure only products that meet the AWIP quality standards leave the plant. Enforce quality controls and procedures are performed correctly, timely, and documented completely.
• Perform initial accident investigations.
• Monitor absenteeism and tardiness.
• Comply with all safety and company policies and procedures, and be the example for subordinates to follow.
• Complete training by the manager.
• Comply with supervisory expectations
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned and/or necessary.

Education/Experience:

• 
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Min of 2 years of experience in a Quality Control/Assurance in a manufacturing setting preferred
• The ideal candidate should be trained in the use of modern continuous improvement techniques such as Six Sigma, SPC, and Problem-Solving Methodologies.

Essential Requirements:

• Ability to work 8 hours per day with the ability to work overtime and weekends as needed (up to 12 hours per day as necessary for production volume).
• The ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment with extreme temperatures and some outdoor exposure is possible.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to use tools, equipment, machinery, etc.
• Must have good mathematics skills, the ability to accurately use a tape measure, and be knowledgeable in both US and metric measurement systems.
• Must be able to effectively use a computer and have intermediate proficiency in MS Excel and email and basic proficiency in the rest of MS Office.
• Ability to take detailed clear photographs documenting quality.
• Must have visual acuity, discernment of color and texture, and finger dexterity.
• Ability to read, write, type, and verbally communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to sit, walk, and stand for extended periods. Must be able to bend, lift, twist, reach, grasp, and other physical movements.
• Must be reliable and dependable.

Benefits of Working With Us:

We offer a casual atmosphere and family-oriented culture. Our benefits package is comprehensive including medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, shopping discount program, employee assistance program, and more! We even buy lunch for our plant employees through our meal card vending program! Sound good to you? Come join our team!

About Us:

Headquartered in Vacaville, California, All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP), has two state of the art continuous line manufacturing facilities including Vacaville, California and Little Rock, Arkansas. AWIP is an innovator in the design, construction, and advancement of insulated metal panels and is strategically positioned to meet the growing energy, environmental and economic challenges facing the North American building industry. AWIP provides its customers with a broad line of insulated wall and roof panels and a full range of complementary trims, accessories and engineering services.

AWIP is a drug-free workplace. This is a safety-sensitive position.
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