Quality Technician II - 1st Shift

Quality Technician IIOMG Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fastening products and technologies for the commercial roofing and construction industries worldwide. Headquartered in western Massachusetts, OMG is an equal opportunity employer prioritizing the safety of our employees and customers. The company values integrity, teamwork, diversity, trust, respect, commitment, and a passion for excellence. OMG is a global company operating manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Minnesota.Position OverviewOMG currently operates in two Divisions: OMG Roofing Products and FastenMaster®. OMG Roofing Products is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of value-added components for the commercial roofing industry. The FastenMaster Division manufactures and markets innovative, premium quality wood-to-wood fasteners that are engineered to enable professional contractors to complete building projects safer, faster, and easier. The quality of our products and services is critical to the success of our company and our customers. The Quality Technician II evaluates products and processes for compliance with appropriate specifications and requirements. This key position performs routine and special tests and inspections, trains operators on quality procedures, prepares summaries of collected data to support other internal departments and works directly and independently with Manufacturing, Product Development, Engineering, and other departments to drive compliance and achievement of our quality goals. Position ResponsibilitiesPromote Safety as the Number One priority of all OMG employees.Conduct production sampling. Pull representative samples of current production, label and maintain for real-time and future quantitative testing as defined by OMG guidelines.Conduct periodic physical measurements of WIP and finished product using scales, verniers, dial indicators, calipers, electronic indicators, pressure sensing instruments, and other more complex instruments, both mechanical and electronic.Perform routine and special tests and inspections of Sourced Finished Goods and Finished Goods suppliers for adherence to process and quality specifications.Serve as a subject matter quality control area expert to provide guidance for any subjective visual, dimensional or specification related quality issues that arise during production within an area. Work in conjunction with peers to correctly identify, isolate, communicate, and document any issues and/or out of specification conditions or product. Responsible for carrying out all necessary raw material testing and retesting.Troubleshoot any quality control related equipment issues in real time.Develop ideas and implement solutions for continuous improvement with the Quality Group to drive lean and standardization. Perform in-house calibration procedures for measurement equipment and maintain a gage management system. Complete and manage Quality documents such as control plans, inspection plans and department SOP's and standard work. Assist in internal and supplier quality system audits.Train operators and other personnel on critical-to-quality product attributes, sampling, and testing requirements. Manage non-conforming material tracking including quarantine (Quality Hold), disposition and root cause determination.Evaluate and ensure the effectiveness of implemented Corrective and Preventive actions for process deviations and non-conforming product. Perform other tasks as assigned.Position RequirementsTechnical experience or associate degree in a related discipline, additional education preferred in Statistical Quality Control/Statistical Process-Control, Six Sigma, or related coursework. 3 - 5 years' broad technical experience, manufacturing and/or Quality Engineering.Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational and communication skills.Strong problem solving and time management skills.Team-oriented approach with a desire to work in a hands-on capacity.Excellent PC skills including experience with MS Office Suite and Minitab. Positive attitude and good judgment.Strong sense of responsibility, ownership, and loyalty.Positive can-do attitude. Physical RequirementsAbility to work in high noise areas and wear appropriate hearing protection devices.Manual material handling involving the need to grip, squeeze, and pinch.The position requires the ability to regularly stand for long periods of time.The position requires good close vision and depth perception.Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance; and occasionally lift/push/pull/carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential job functions listed in the position responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation. Benefits Robust Safety Team to prioritize your safetyDiversity, Equity & Inclusion Council promotes an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.Medical, Dental, Vision coverageLife Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability, etc.401(k) and Roth IRA options, with company match, after 30 daysPaid Holidays - no waiting periodMultiple Bonus Opportunities, such as referrals and new hiresTuition Reimbursement Wellness Membership ReimbursementOn Site Yoga, Massage & Fitness TrainingCareer Advancement Opportunities Employee Recognition Programs Summer BBQ's, Transparent Communication, Health & Wellness Challenges, and many other Employee EventsFinancial Wellness ProgramRaffles, OMG gear, prizes... and more!