Quality Technician

Stiles has been helping manufacturers nationwide increase their efficiency and productivity for more than 60 years. With world-class machinery backed by an experienced and responsive support team, extensive parts inventory, unique upgrade capabilities, and a nationally accredited education and training program, Stiles builds solutions around our customer’s needs. We offer expertise in manufacturing a range of materials, including wood, plastics, composites, carbon fiber, glass, stone, and nonferrous metals. Our innovative concepts, new technologies, and outstanding service extend to aerospace, transportation, alternative energy, architecture and structural elements, furniture, retail fixtures, and other industries. Stiles is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and has regional offices in High Point, North Carolina; Bristol, Pennsylvania; Coppell, Texas; and Rancho Cucamonga, California. Interested in joining the Stiles team? We offer our team members a generous benefit package, an opportunity for career advancement, and support in your career every step of the way! RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES Individual Contributor - Mechanical With guidance, ensure first time quality of machines by following standard quality processes to inspect in-process and finished HMNA machines. Hold all HMNA associates accountable for machine quality by utilizing quality tools such as travelers and quality bulletins. With guidance, coach HMNA Production associates on standard manufacturing, commissioning, and inspection processes. Create, maintain and manage Quality Notifications through standard processes in SAP. Work with Quality Engineering personnel to continuously improve HMNA quality processes and standard work. With guidance, work with various HMNA personnel to complete quality project activities. With guidance, complete RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action) investigations on HMNA machines that experienced quality escapes. With guidance, assist Supplier / Customer Quality with standard work should the need arise. QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS General knowledge of industry accepted quality practices pertaining to industrial equipment General knowledge of PPAP fundamentals and application in a manufacturing environment General knowledge of in GD&T fundamentals and application in a manufacturing environment General knowledge of industrial equipment design, function and maintenance General knowledge of in metrology and metrology tools and practices General knowledge of reading and interpreting engineering drawings. Proficient in utilizing standard programs in the MS Office suite. General knowledge of understanding and operating in SAP or comparable ERP system. Excellent communicator in both technical terminology and layman's terms. Self-starter Ability to evaluate and statistically develop trends and solutions. Understand the importance of quality and quality control in all aspects of daily tasks. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 0-5 years of quality experience. Education: High School Diploma WORK ENVIRONMENT Typical office / production environment