Quality Technician Entry

Manufacturing & Production · Quality & Process · Quality Assurance · Quality Control

In short

The Quality Technician Entry role at Volvo Penta in Lexington, TN, is responsible for checking product and process quality in manufacturing. This permanent, full-time position involves auditing, reporting deviations, and driving continuous improvement activities within specified departments, supporting lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

Auditing, monitoring, and determining the quality of manufacturing processes and/or outputs against defined internal and regulatory standards
Reporting manufacturing process deviations and defects in finished goods and liaising between Quality Control and Production to troubleshoot and resolve problems
Supporting Production Leaders to coordinate and carry out quality tools for identified problem areas
Ensure quality and environmental work instructions are updated and being followed
Coordinate and lead new improvement proposals (kaizens) within specified departments, responsible for documentation of improvements
Work closely with VPS Coordinator on VPS implementation and act as VPS/Change Ambassador for specified departments
Active participation in cross functional meetings with production, quality and engineering
Monitor department quality reports (First Time Through) for findings and lead improvement team meetings for corrective actions
Punctuality and daily attendance
Moderate to heavy lifting of parts from and to baskets
Work closely with Training School Trainer with any departmental updates
Perform additional duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned by management

Requirements

Communication and presentation skills
Basic computer skills for Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and JDE
Attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
Accountability: Take the lead in getting the job done and accept responsibility for actions, performance, and personal improvements
Must have one-year experience as a Quality Technician Entry to advance as a Quality Technician Professional
Must have advanced knowledge of lean manufacturing principles to implement and document continuous improvements to advance as a Quality Technician Professional
Requires on-the-job training
Must be able to lift heavy parts

Desired Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent required

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
Generous paid time off
Competitive matching retirement savings plans
Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first
Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University
Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier

Skills

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookJDElean manufacturing

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About Volvo Group

The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.\n\n

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Company

Volvo Group

Job Posted

1 day ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Work mode

On Site

Salary

US$19.75–24.40 · Negotiable

Experience Level

Entry

Locations

Lexington, United States

Qualification

Diploma

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