Quality Technician- Rolling Stock

Company: Siemens Mobility
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: October 17, 2024

Job Description:

Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us!

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions in the United States. Automation's impact on the railway industry is second only to the effects of digitalization. Combine them and the results are transformative! We work at the leading edge of this movement, applying our proven expertise in digitalization to rail infrastructure and automation.

Our innovative solutions deliver greater safety, punctuality, reliability, and sustainability across the line, all while reducing costs for mass transit and freight transportation systems. We are continuously developing new answers for rail automation - often to questions that haven't been asked yet.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Quality Technician to join our Quality department. The Quality Technician will be responsible for conducting tests and inspections on incoming materials and products to ensure they meet the company's quality standards. This role involves detailed documentation, analysis, and collaboration with the Receiving & Inspection team to maintain and improve product quality.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Perform regular quality assessments on all incoming materials from vendors.
• Reject products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations.
• Read blueprints, plans, and specifications to understand product requirements.
• Measure product dimensions, examine functionality, and compare the final product to specifications.
• Document inspection outcomes by completing detailed reports and performance records.
• Recommend improvements to the production process to ensure quality control.
• Guide the Receiving & Inspection team about quality control concerns to improve product perfection.
• Supervise the standard process to ensure production lines meet quality standards.
• Investigate customer complaints and non-conformance issues.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize statistical quality data for improvement purposes.
• Ensure safety regulations and industry standards are met to maintain an efficient working environment.
  
  To thrive in this role, you have:
  
  
  • High school education or equivalent. Requires a minimum of seven to ten years of increasingly difficult inspection experience involving the application and proven understanding of sophisticated measuring equipment techniques, specification interpretation, and quality control terminology.
  • Proven experience as a Quality Technician or similar role.
  • Strong understanding of quality control standards and testing techniques.
  • Proficiency in using measuring and testing equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with the production team.
    
    Working Conditions:
    
    
    • This position may require standing for extended periods and lifting heavy materials.
    • Work is performed in a manufacturing environment exposed to noise, dust, and other elements.
    • Visit local Vendor for source inspection.
      
      Skills and Attributes:
      
      
      • Attention to Detail: Be meticulous in your inspections to catch any defects or deviations from standards.
      • Problem-Solving: Identifying the root causes of quality issues and recommending solutions.
      • Communication: Effectively communicating findings and recommendations to various stakeholders.
        
        Why you'll love working for Siemens!
        
        
        • Freedom and healthy work-life balance- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits - starting Day 1!
        • Solve the world's most significant problems - Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
        • Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, pioneering technological environment.
        • Competitive total rewards package.
        • Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Please take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning.
        • Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off
          
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          This position is based in Sacramento, CA. We offer a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html . The base salary range for this position in Sacramento, CA, is $ 59,600 - $80,400. The salary may be higher or lower depending on the budget and the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications .
          
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