Quality Control Technician at Forbo Movement Systems – Huntersville, North Carolina
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About This Position
About Company:
About usSince 1919, we at Forbo Movement Systems have been the specialists for high-quality conveyor and processing belts, versatile plastic modular belts, homogeneous conveyor belts, efficient power transmission belts and precise timing and flat belts. Our innovative solutions for production, material flow and logistics contribute significantly to the competitiveness of our customers. In addition to our focus on quality and innovation, we consistently focus on sustainability. Through continuous improvements, we also support the sustainability efforts of our customers.
About the Role:
DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, effectively perform testing to determine the chemical, physical, mechanical and functional properties of raw and/or finished materials for quality assurance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Inspect and measure finished and semi-finished belts before customer delivery.
- Troubleshoot and resolve minor issues from previous fabrication steps.
- Read and interpret drawings and special measurements; proficiency with a metric ruler/caliper required.
- Determine optimal belt sequence sizes and assemble shorter sequences into shipping lengths.
- Follow and record special customer instructions (e.g., labeling, wrapping, measurements).
- Maintain accurate records of tests and inspections, both physical and digital.
- Provide real-time feedback to Fabrication and Quality Managers on Quality Control results.
- Ensure regular and predictable attendance; weekends as needed.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers to meet company goals.
- Collaborate across departments to enhance productivity and quality.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires, but is not limited to the following demands/factors:
Physical
- Regular lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent standing and/or sitting with occasional walking
- Occasional writing in English and use of computer
- Occasional reaching, bending, squatting, and stretching
- Speak clearly and distinctly in English to verbally communicate with others
- Hear clearly in order to understand verbal communications from others
- Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less to be able to record various data and to identify material flaws - Color vision to be able to see differences in dye lots
- Manual dexterity for fine manipulation in isolating and removing individual fivers within belting material and to operate a computer keyboard for data entry
Environmental
- Possible exposure to laboratory chemicals
- Temperature range of 60 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit
- Humidity level between 45 - 70 %
- Protective clothing/devices: Cut resistant gloves, safety glasses, rubber gloves, safety shoes - steel toe and antistatic
Frequently Used Tools: Mallet, measuring devices (tape/ruler, calipers, hole gauges)
Definition reference:
Occasional - Activity exists up to 1/3 of the time
Frequent - Activity exists between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
Continuous - Activity exists 2/3 or more of the time
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical certification in quality control, materials science, or a related field is preferred.
- Proven experience in materials testing, visual inspection, and quality control processes.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment and calibration techniques.
- Basic understanding of product specifications and quality standards.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime when required.
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Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the Huntersville, North Carolina, 28078, United States region.