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Skilled Trade > Quality Technician

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Short Description:

A Quality Technician is a professional responsible for ensuring that products and processes meet established good automated manufacturing practice (GAMP) systems, quality standards and specifications. They play a crucial role in maintaining quality control throughout the production or manufacturing process, conducting inspections, tests, and analyses to identify and address deviations from quality standards.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Conduct inspections and tests on raw materials, in-process components, and finished products.
  • Collaborate with production teams to identify and address quality issues.
  • Use measuring instruments and equipment to ensure products meet specifications.
  • Document and report quality data, deviations, and non-conformities.
  • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
  • Implement and enforce quality control procedures and standards.
  • Monitor and audit production processes to ensure adherence to quality requirements.
  • Train production staff on quality control procedures and standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve overall product quality.
  • Keep abreast of industry standards and regulations related to quality.

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or certifications are often beneficial.
  • Experience: Proven experience as a Quality Technician or in a similar quality control role.
  • Quality Control Techniques: Familiarity with quality control tools, methodologies, and statistical techniques.
  • Attention to Detail: Attention to detail and accuracy in conducting tests and inspections.
  • Communication: Good communication skills for reporting and documenting quality issues.
  • Problem-Solving: Analytical and problem-solving skills for root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Industry Knowledge: Understanding of relevant industry standards and regulations.
  • Equipment Use: Ability to use measurement tools and equipment accurately.
  • QMS: Knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) is advantageous.
  • Continuous Learning: Continuous learning and adaptability to stay current with evolving quality control practices.

Job Zones

  • Title: Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
  • Education: Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
  • Related Experience: Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. 
  • Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
  • Job Zone Example: These occupations usually involve communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include food service managers, electricians, agricultural technicians, legal secretaries, occupational therapy assistants, and medical assistants.
  • Specific Vocational Preparation in years: 1-2 years of preparation (6.0 to < 7.0)

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