Job Summary Perform product testing & validation to customer & industry specifications. responsible for maintaining testing processes, as well as recording & analyzing results gathered during product development and production. Job Responsibilities Working knowledge of inspection processes and lab methods Compile and analyze test information to determine operating efficiency of process or equipment and to diagnose malfunctions Confer with engineering to conduct analysis, interpret results, or perform nonstandard tests Interpret engineering drawings, catalog specifications, customer drawings, & industry standards. Perform routine scheduled qualification testing for military certification. Assemble and test samples based on applicable specifications. Prepare test solutions, compounds, and reagents for laboratory testing Improve current processes to meet testing requirements Monitor processes to foresee/identify potential problems and proactively identify solutions Inventory & requisition tools, equipment and supplies for departmental activities Mentor Quality Inspectors on inspection techniques Determine the sequence which testing should be performed when not specified Periodically audit processes for effectiveness Coordinate Source Inspection with third parties Assist in technical reviews. Maintain document control. Assist in the calibration program. Protect themselves and their co-workers by adhering to all company safety & health policies. Identify hazards in the workplace and report them to management and/or safety coordinator. Must work with the EHS department to ensure all local, state, and federal regulatory agencies requirements are met; OSHA, NFPA, DNR, EPA and Amphenol sustainability practices. Must work with the Quality department to ensure all quality standards are met for AS9100 certification. Comply with company policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Education and Experience: A high school diploma or equivalent GED. Experience working within a certified Quality Management System (ISO9000, AS9100, etc…) Experience working with an integrated ERP/MRP system. Physical: Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, stooping, twist, reach and reach overhead. Must be able to lift and carry 0-25lbs. frequently. ASQ Certified Quality Technician (CQT) preferred Knowledge: Education and Training — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. Engineering and Technology — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. Quality — Knowledge of quality principles such as standards, defects, approval criteria, repeatability of a process, Plan-Do-Check-Act, 5-Whys, root cause analysis, and failure modes. Skills: Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively. Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Abilities: Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Written Comprehension — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.