Quality Technician - Level III

DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

ON-SITE Role

The Quality Technician – Level III supports Engineers in carrying out production-related and inspection activities, monitors material quality in processing plants, and makes required adjustments to maintain product standards. The role is responsible for conducting measurements, tests, and evaluations to ensure components, materials, and equipment meet technical specifications. This position also ensures accurate documentation, record maintenance, and proper calibration of test and measurement equipment, working under minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Compare physical characteristics of components, materials, equipment, and products to technical specifications to identify defects.
• Conduct simple tests (e.g., electrical function, reliability, packaging quality) and record results.
• Prepare simple technical reports based on test outcomes.
• Perform product and component testing using a variety of measurement equipment.
• Provide advanced programming, training, and operation of measurement and test equipment.
• Assist customers in interpreting product specifications and applying measurement data.
• Participate in measurement uncertainty studies related to calibration and measurement results.
• Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and accuracy of all measurement and test equipment.
• Support quality processes and apply quality tools/methods to ensure compliance with standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Core Competencies

• Action Oriented: Tackles new opportunities and challenges with urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates: Works effectively with others to achieve shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Delivers clear, audience-specific communication.
• Customer Focus: Builds strong relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Decision Quality: Makes timely, effective decisions that move the organization forward.
• Manages Conflict: Resolves conflicts constructively with minimal disruption.
• Resourcefulness: Efficiently secures and deploys resources.
• Measurement Science: Applies metrology principles across relevant fields (chemical, dimensional, electrical, mechanical, optical, radiation, and physical).
• Quality Process Management: Applies quality tools and methods (e.g., APQP, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, capability studies, process audits, inspection, testing).
• Values Differences: Leverages diverse perspectives and cultural backgrounds.
• Laboratory Management: Oversees technical and business aspects of laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with relevant certifications/accreditations.

Education, Licenses, and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant technical certifications preferred.
• Compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations may require specific licensing.

Experience

• Significant relevant work experience or specialized skills gained through education, training, or on-the-job experience.
• Knowledge of Cylinder Block & Cylinder Head casting and machining processes .
• Preferred: Experience in metallurgy lab operations .
• Additional Advantage: Hands-on experience with Millipore testing of Engine Components
• Availability for rotational shifts .
• Competence in quality documentation and reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills

• Proficiency in quality inspection and testing methodologies.
• Strong understanding of measurement equipment and calibration standards.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical specifications.
• Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Job Quality

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2418470

Relocation Package Yes