Quality Control Specialist

Job DescriptionJob Description

Utility Solution Group (USG) is under the same ownership as Holland Supply Company, and together, these businesses have provided natural gas utility technologies to utility customers since 1968. The USG Engineering Team is looking for a Quality Control Specialist interested in advancing their career by working in the utility industry for a team focused on continual growth and improvement. 

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, The Quality Specialist will be responsible for implementing various quality checks and audits across the production department. The Quality Specialist will assess and approve receivables, production assembly, and order completion. The Quality Control Specialist will complete quality control documentation, checklists, logs, and reports for effectiveness and accuracy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned.

• Collaborates with Engineering and Operations to draft acceptable quality standards.
• Conduct quality assessments ensuring products meet quality, integrity, function ability, and other specifications and requirements.
• Assist in developing and implementing quality standard evaluation processes.
• Conducts random inspections.
• Evaluate the quality of materials or products·      
• Report the status of quality control and operations to the Engineering Manager

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.

Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

Attention to Detail – The job requires being careful about detail and thorough analysis

Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.

Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits the ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.

Dependability – Job requires being reliable, responsible, and able to fulfill obligations

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required with 1-2 years of manufacturing QA experience
• Associate’s degree or Technical Degree preferred
• 1-2 years’ experience in production assembly position preferred.

 Technical Skills:

• Ability to use basic measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, durometers, etc.)  to confirm parts in receiving, quarantine, and back on RMA
• Ability to read technical engineering drawings (discern dimensions and tolerances, acceptance criteria, etc.)
• Ability to identify casting/machined part defects preferred, not required

Computer Skills:

·       Basic understanding of computer programs: Outlook, Word. Excel

Language Ability:

·       Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Communicate clearly and effectively to department head.

Mathematical Ability:

·       Fundamental knowledge of math includes addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Reasoning Ability:

·       Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables. Ability to distinguish between cause and effect when troubleshooting testing failures.

·       Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The employee may occasionally be exposed to vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Eye Protection is required around compressed air operations.
• Protective footwear is required in designated areas.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers. The employee is frequently required to stand for several hours and reach with hands and arms. Employees should be able to understand verbal communication in English and respond to verbal communications. The employee may be required to walk, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements for this position include close, distance, and color vision.

What We Believe In  

The team at Utility Solutions Group feels it’s incredibly important that we can rely on one another. For that reason, as a baseline requirement people only work here if they D.A.R.E. to be great. And by D.A.R.E. we mean each team member must be Dependable, Accountable, Responsible, and Ethical. Anything short of this isn’t acceptable, and people who can’t live this way won’t last on our team. On the other hand, people who do live this way will love working with us since they’ll be surrounded by folks they can rely on day-in and day-out.  

 We also believe in being gritty, or GRIT-D. Coupled with passion and talent, grittiness is a powerful force that can push the most average organizations to achieve extraordinary things. For that reason, we’ve crafted our company values around it. The GRIT-D acronym is used as a framework to guide our operations, and we believe it’s what will ensure USG is able to continue creating solutions that improve the safety and reliability of utility infrastructure through the next century.  

 

• Gather and accept objective evidence. Gut instincts are important, but making decisions based on data rather than emotions is even more important. It forces us to understand and grapple with the real forces of our business environment rather than making decisions based on assumptions.  

• Reduce waste and inefficiencies. Da Vinci said simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. Taking his lead, we strive to make our business practices as simple and straightforward as possible. It reduces economic waste and helps people work together more seamlessly.  

• Invest in resources that make the company resilient. We want to be a partner for our customers through the foreseeable future. This requires us to invest in people and resources that allow us to weather changes in the industry.  

• Tailor solutions to fix utility problems. USG doesn’t want to be just another vendor our customers have to manage. We want to be a partner in their success. By focusing on the problems that cause the most pain, we can ensure we provide practical solutions to meet our customers’ needs.  

• Dedicate yourself to your craft. This is the core of being gritty. Set high expectations for yourself and exceed them as often as you’re able. Being an expert at your craft means you take pride in your work and go out of your way to constantly improve yourself and your situation.  

Company DescriptionUtility Solutions Group (USG) is a quickly growing manufacturing company headquartered in Columbus, OH that manufacturers natural gas regulators for gas utilities and gas infrastructure across the globe. After acquiring nine pressure regulator product lines from Sensus-Xylem, USG has been quickly growing its headcount to form the team needed to be successful manufacturing.

Ownership is intimately involved in managing daily operations and are ambitious about growth. The company recently acquired seven product lines, and is standing them up in its own facility. This creates a challenging, fast-paced environment for employees and allows access to exciting new career opportunities on a regular basis.Company DescriptionUtility Solutions Group (USG) is a quickly growing manufacturing company headquartered in Columbus, OH that manufacturers natural gas regulators for gas utilities and gas infrastructure across the globe. After acquiring nine pressure regulator product lines from Sensus-Xylem, USG has been quickly growing its headcount to form the team needed to be successful manufacturing.\r
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Ownership is intimately involved in managing daily operations and are ambitious about growth. The company recently acquired seven product lines, and is standing them up in its own facility. This creates a challenging, fast-paced environment for employees and allows access to exciting new career opportunities on a regular basis.

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