Overview
Quality Assurance Technician Jobs in Tukwila, WA at Coure d’ Alene Baking Co.
Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Quality Assurance Technician and play a vital role in ensuring our manufacturing processes meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance. In this energetic position, you will be at the forefront of quality control, utilizing advanced measurement instruments and quality systems to uphold rigorous industry standards. Your expertise will help drive continuous improvement, guarantee product integrity, and support regulatory adherence across all production stages.
Duties
- Conduct detailed inspections using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and coordinate measuring machines to verify dimensional accuracy and mechanical blueprint compliance.
- Perform comprehensive quality audits in accordance with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and FDA regulations to ensure ongoing adherence to regulatory and legal standards.
- Utilize vision inspection systems and other advanced measurement tools to identify defects, deviations, or non-conformities in manufactured products.
- Interpret production documents, technical drawings, and mechanical blueprints to accurately assess product specifications and quality standards in production.
- Collect and analyze data related to quality metrics, conducting root cause analysis to identify areas for process improvement.
- Support manufacturing teams by providing guidance on quality control procedures and ensuring compliance with HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) protocols.
- Lead or participate in regular quality audits, document findings meticulously, and implement corrective actions to uphold ISO standards and internal quality management systems.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in quality assurance within a manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of quality systems such as QA/QC processes.
- Proficiency with calibration and use of measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, vision inspection systems, and coordinate measuring machines.
- Knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 9001, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), FDA regulations, and regulatory/legal compliance standards relevant to manufacturing industries.
- Mechanical knowledge with the ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and manufacturing documentation.
- Strong analysis skills for data collection, defect investigation, and process improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with Calypso software or similar quality management tools is a plus.
- Excellent attention to detail combined with basic math skills necessary for precise measurements and calculations.
- Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high-quality standards.
Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication to quality makes a real difference! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values innovation, precision, and continuous growth—empowering you to excel every day in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of excellence.
Pay: From $21.65 per hour
Work Location: In person
Title: Quality Assurance Technician
Company: Coure d’ Alene Baking Co.
Location: Tukwila, WA
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