Quality Control Technician - JSI
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Job overview
LSI Industries, Inc. is hiring a Quality Control Technician - JSI. The Internal Quality Assurance Specialist performs routine and spot inspections at critical assembly stages, including brazing, leak testing, electrical wiring, and final charging of refrigeration units. This role identifies, logs, and categorizes product defects, leads root cause analysis, and conducts process control audits. The specialist collaborates with production supervisors, design engineers, and assembly line workers to correct faults and implement continuous improvement strategies.
Key focus areas include Perform routine and spot inspections at critical assembly stages, Identify, log, and categorize product defects using data collection tools, and Lead and participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
Successful candidates bring 3-5 Years Quality Control Experience, Advanced Understanding Of Refrigeration Systems, and Exceptional Attention To Detail. Important skills include Quality Inspections, Defect Tracking, Root Cause Analysis, Process Auditing, Collaboration, and Refrigeration Systems.
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Full job description
Position Overview
Job Title: Internal Quality Assurance Specialist (Refrigeration Manufacturing)
Department: Quality Assurance / Manufacturing Operations
Location: Bangor, ME
Position Type: Full-Time
Key Responsibilities
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Quality Inspections: Perform routine and spot inspections at critical assembly stages, including brazing, leak testing, electrical wiring, final charging of refrigeration units, and receiving looking at vender quality.
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Defect Tracking: Identify, log, and categorize product defects using data collection tools to track reject rates and rework trends.
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Root Cause Analysis: Lead and participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to solve process rejections and prevent future manufacturing flaws.
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Process Auditing: Conduct process control audits on the production floor (e.g., SOP adherence, standard torque limits, and critical-to-quality measurements).
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with production supervisors, design engineers, and assembly line workers to correct faults and implement kaizen (continuous improvement) strategies.
Qualifications & Requirements
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Experience: 3-5 years of experience in Quality Control or Quality Assurance, specifically within HVAC/R or heavy mechanical manufacturing.
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Technical Knowledge: Advanced understanding of refrigeration systems, including vapor compression cycles, brazing/soldering, and evacuation/charging processes.
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Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, assembly drawings, and complex wiring diagrams.
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Certifications: EPA Section 608 Universal Certification is highly preferred. Six Sigma Green Belt or similar quality certifications are a plus.
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Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical problem-solving capabilities, and excellent verbal communication skills.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and navigate active manufacturing floors.
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Comfortable wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
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