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1st Shift Quality Technician
Franklin Electric · Madison, WI
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1st Shift Quality Technician
Madison, WI
Posted 2 weeks ago
About the job
Franklin Fueling Systems designs and manufactures petroleum equipment, focusing on quality, innovation, and career development. The role involves calibration, analysis, and supporting continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 0-3 years experience in manufacturing
- Familiarity with inspection tools
- Basic computer skills
- Teamwork and problem-solving skills
Qualifications
- ASQ Quality Inspector Certification (preferred)
- Knowledge of lab equipment
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Good communication skills
Full job description
1st Shift Quality Technician
Department: Manufacturing / Operations / Quality
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: US - Wisconsin - Madison
Reporting To: Russ Roling
Description
Responsible for varied activities of a Quality Technician, including calibration of simple laboratory and manufacturing equipment, measurement and analysis of raw materials and components from suppliers, and evaluation of returned goods. Works as part of a team to drive quality and continuous improvement into the products we deliver to our customers.
Key Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conducts routine and nonroutine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, part samples, finished goods, or process samples.
• Compiles laboratory test data and performs appropriate analyses. Investigates or reports questionable test results.
• Evaluates analytical methods and procedures to determine how they might be improved.
• Identifies quality problems and recommends solutions.
• Interprets test results, compares them to established specifications and control limits, and makes recommendations on the appropriateness of data for release.
• Participates in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommends corrective actions.
• Prepares or reviews required assembly method documentation, including quality or inspection requirements or reports.
• Calibrates, validates, or maintains simple laboratory equipment.
• Identifies and troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Assists production departments with problem investigation and quality lab measurements.
• Interfaces with suppliers (via phone and/or e-mail) to resolve issues with incoming QA inspections.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Writes technical reports or documentation such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.
• Inputs RMAs into the database, distributes product returns to manufacturing supervisors, and closes out when the process is completed.
• Completes the documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.
• Participates in internal assessments and audits as required.
• Ensures that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Skills and Abilities
• Uses a range of inspection equipment for product/raw material analysis (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Writes routine reports and correspondence.
• Effectively presents information and responds to questions from groups of managers and/or customers.
• Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of known variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats.
• Reads and understands documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Utilizes common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
• Plans the time, method, manner, and/or performance sequence of own work; may also occasionally assist in planning work assignments performed by others within a limited area of operation.
• Frequently makes decisions of both minor and major importance, which may affect the work operations of other employees and/or clientele to a moderate degree.
Education and Experience
• Equivalent of four years of high school (required).
• Zero to three years of relevant education or experience in manufacturing, engineering technology, or a related field (required).
Computer Skills
• Advanced: Microsoft Excel.
• Basic: 10-key, database, word processing/typing.
Certificates and Licenses
• ASQ Quality Inspector Certification (CQI) (preferred)
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
• While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
o Continually required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
o Regularly required to sit or stand and to walk.
o Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
• While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
o Regularly subjected to work near moving mechanical parts and to indoor temperature variations in a manufacturing environment.
o Occasionally subjected to fumes or airborne particles, as well as toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Benefits
Franklin Fueling Systems is the premier designer and manufacturer of the world's most complete line of petroleum equipment including Submersible Pumping Systems, Piping and Containment Systems, Service Station Hardware, Dispensing Systems, Fuel Management Systems, and Transport Systems. We have a passion for quality and innovation.
Your career at Franklin will be well rewarded with competitive compensation and benefits--and more. We understand a fulfilling family life is the foundation to a successful professional one. We strive to promote from within and help every employee realize their professional potential. We believe in lifetime careers that continually challenge and fulfill.
Department: Manufacturing / Operations / Quality
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: US - Wisconsin - Madison
Reporting To: Russ Roling
Description
Responsible for varied activities of a Quality Technician, including calibration of simple laboratory and manufacturing equipment, measurement and analysis of raw materials and components from suppliers, and evaluation of returned goods. Works as part of a team to drive quality and continuous improvement into the products we deliver to our customers.
Key Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conducts routine and nonroutine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, part samples, finished goods, or process samples.
• Compiles laboratory test data and performs appropriate analyses. Investigates or reports questionable test results.
• Evaluates analytical methods and procedures to determine how they might be improved.
• Identifies quality problems and recommends solutions.
• Interprets test results, compares them to established specifications and control limits, and makes recommendations on the appropriateness of data for release.
• Participates in out-of-specification and failure investigations and recommends corrective actions.
• Prepares or reviews required assembly method documentation, including quality or inspection requirements or reports.
• Calibrates, validates, or maintains simple laboratory equipment.
• Identifies and troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Assists production departments with problem investigation and quality lab measurements.
• Interfaces with suppliers (via phone and/or e-mail) to resolve issues with incoming QA inspections.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Writes technical reports or documentation such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.
• Inputs RMAs into the database, distributes product returns to manufacturing supervisors, and closes out when the process is completed.
• Completes the documentation needed to support testing procedures, including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.
• Participates in internal assessments and audits as required.
• Ensures that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Skills and Abilities
• Uses a range of inspection equipment for product/raw material analysis (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Writes routine reports and correspondence.
• Effectively presents information and responds to questions from groups of managers and/or customers.
• Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of known variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats.
• Reads and understands documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Utilizes common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
• Plans the time, method, manner, and/or performance sequence of own work; may also occasionally assist in planning work assignments performed by others within a limited area of operation.
• Frequently makes decisions of both minor and major importance, which may affect the work operations of other employees and/or clientele to a moderate degree.
Education and Experience
• Equivalent of four years of high school (required).
• Zero to three years of relevant education or experience in manufacturing, engineering technology, or a related field (required).
Computer Skills
• Advanced: Microsoft Excel.
• Basic: 10-key, database, word processing/typing.
Certificates and Licenses
• ASQ Quality Inspector Certification (CQI) (preferred)
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
• While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
o Continually required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
o Regularly required to sit or stand and to walk.
o Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
The company will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
• While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
o Regularly subjected to work near moving mechanical parts and to indoor temperature variations in a manufacturing environment.
o Occasionally subjected to fumes or airborne particles, as well as toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Benefits
Franklin Fueling Systems is the premier designer and manufacturer of the world's most complete line of petroleum equipment including Submersible Pumping Systems, Piping and Containment Systems, Service Station Hardware, Dispensing Systems, Fuel Management Systems, and Transport Systems. We have a passion for quality and innovation.
Your career at Franklin will be well rewarded with competitive compensation and benefits--and more. We understand a fulfilling family life is the foundation to a successful professional one. We strive to promote from within and help every employee realize their professional potential. We believe in lifetime careers that continually challenge and fulfill.
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