QUALITY CONTROL

Company Overview

Recognized for their leadership within the emergency response, commercial and military markets, Western Shelter and CrewBoss are allied businesses that develop and manufacture equipment and gear critical to the mission driven focus of our customers.

Western Shelter Systems is the leading provider of innovative solutions for the challenges of field operations. From disaster and emergency medical response to military and commercial field operations, our shelter systems are trusted for their strength and reliability.

Protecting fire fighters is central to the heritage and future of CrewBoss PPE. That is why CrewBoss garments have been a trusted part of the wildland fire industry for decades.

Role Overview

The Quality Control position maintains quality standards by approving incoming materials, conducting in-process inspections, and conducting inspections on finished products for CrewBoss. This person will complete tasks such as running tests, keeping a record of defects, maintain results, analyzing products, and overseeing procedures. The production environment is fast paced and requires a high attention to detail. This position reports to the CrewBoss Quality Control and Quick Turn Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Approves incoming materials by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; rejecting and returning unacceptable materials.
• Approves in-process production by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; communicating required adjustments to production supervisor.
• Approves finished products by confirming specifications; conducting visual and measurement tests; returning products for re-work; confirming re-work.
• Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs; summarizing re-work and waste; inputting data into quality database.
• Keeps measurement equipment operating by following operating instructions; calling for calibration and repairs.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with regulatory and statutory regulations.
• Keep workplace clean, tidy and in good condition.
• Return all tools and equipment to their designated spot after each use.
• Regularly inspect, clean equipment, notify supervisor and/or facilities maintenance immediately of machines or equipment needing repair or maintenance, and take any damaged or worn tools out of service.
• Accomplishes quality and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
• Support quality objectives for the Quality Department and Quick Turn line as they pertain to companys KPIs (Key Performance Indicators).
• Support and adhere to all ISO and audit requirement as well as Continual Improvement initiatives through Lean Training and Kaizen events.
• Acts as a role model to production workers with regard to ISO 9001 and quality rules and policies.
• Manage processes, manufacturing methods and procedures, as applicable
• Promote process improvement.
• Support innovation and continual improvement.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned

Key Attributes

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to analyze information with minimal guidance
• Ability to document and report measurement and inspection results
• Ability to manage processes, manufacturing methods and procedures
• Must support innovation and continual improvement.
• Ability Document and report measurement and inspection results.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/ move up to 50 pounds of material without assistance. Ability to lift over 50 pounds with assistance from others
• Ability to sit, bend or stand for long periods of time
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Work, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Previous experience in manufacturing Quality Control preferred