Job Description
Job Description
Altek Electronics, a Cyient DLM company is a trusted source of electronic manufacturing services since 1972. We are a comprehensive contract manufacturer serving a broad range of industries. We work with industry leaders supporting a complete product life cycle, from prototype through production and end of life. As a solutions provider with expertise in PCB layout and design, PCB assembly, and upper-level chassis, control panels, and cable & harness assembly, we manufacture products using LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. We use open communication to fulfill our mission of “Value through the eyes of the customer.” Delivering quality products on time, Altek is certified to AS9100D, our operators are certified to IPC-610, IPC-620 and J-STD, and we are ITAR compliant.
Please visit our website for more detail and to meet our team. www.altekelectronics.com
Summary of the Quality Technician Role at Altek
The Quality Technician directly supports Altek’s Mission and Vision through a relentless focus on achieving customer satisfaction supporting the Quality Department to improve the Altek Quality Management System.
The Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Quality Technician are described below:
The Quality Technician duties and responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned • Provides feedback and continually improves functions and processes throughout the production environment.
- Supports efforts in reducing defects while controlling cost
- Approaches all tasks with a focus on safety
- Supports internal and external customers with quality issues
- Interfaces with Altek personnel to ensure customer expectations related to quality are being appropriately addressed.
- Employs problem solving tactics & tools as part of everyday activity
- Provides hands on support relative to quality issues, error proofing opportunities
- Ability to identify quality related trends
- Maintains and updates Quality System controlled documents
- Contributes to RCCA activities
- Perform PPAP, FMEA, FAIR, Control plans as needed
- Support systems/processes that the Quality department oversees or interfaces with such as:
- QMS, including QMS/POC for ISO 9001, ISO13485, and AS9100
- Customer Complaints
- Nonconforming Material Reports
- Incoming Inspection
- Reporting Quality metrics using an appropriate tool such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Minitab, etc
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Ability to communicate with others at all levels
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and complete tasks within specified timeframe
- Knowledge and hands on experience in Quality principles, practices, tools and techniques preferred.
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes & procedures
Computer Skills
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to manipulate, interpret, and present data
Education and/or Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a Quality role or Electronics Manufacturing experience preferred.
- IPC 610/620 certified or become certified within an agreed upon time frame.
- Process knowledge in printed circuit board and/or mechanical assemblies is highly desirable
- Minimum experience will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
- Commitment to continuing education related to Quality/Continuous Improvement.
Working Conditions
Work involves lifting of materials and product up to 30 pounds.
Altek’s Vision:
To be a thriving enterprise with a highly skilled and adaptable workforce committed to delivering an exceptional experience to our customers.
Altek’s Mission:
To provide manufacturing services and innovative solutions that enable our customers to deliver life-changing products to the world, while fostering employee growth and supporting the communities in which we live.
Altek’s Quality Policy:
- To ensure the highest levels of Customer Satisfaction, doing it right the first time is the goal of every employee.
- Opportunities for improvement are openly communicated and relentlessly pursued.
Altek has a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical Plans with company HSA contributions
- Dental
- Vision – employee coverage paid by employer
- Employer paid Life up to $50,000
- Options for additional life
- Critical Illness & Personal Accident plans
- 401k plan with up to 4% company match
Altek Electronics is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or the presences of a non-job-related medical condition, disability, or handicap, however, current openings may involve ITAR restricted hiring practices, and all applicants must be aware of this requirement and are encouraged to consult the latest ITAR regulations regarding restrictions that my apply.