Jr. Quality Systems Specialist

About the Role

The Jr. Quality Systems Specialist (JQSS) is responsible for assisting with the implementation and/or usage of assigned internal or external software applications. The JQSS is also responsible for the collection and distribution of data from these systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document internal audits of existing quality systems and technologies to ensure adherence to regulatory policies and internal guidelines.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement within quality systems and contribute to developing strategies to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Complete quality-related transactions, maintain accurate records of inspections and tests, and compile and report on quality data and system performance.
• Assist in managing key quality system elements, inclusive of Cumulus “Smart Torque” torque management software, Go Canvas, LN, iMonnit Welding Consumable monitoring software, and Intellect.
• Provide exported data out of each application in a manner that can be used to evaluate business conditions.
• Ensure software programs continue to work properly after maintenance and testing.
• Develop business cases for new software applications that best suit the current and future goals of the quality department and departments connected to those processes.
• Perform training sessions with applicable personnel on usage of software applications.
• Communicate the status of usage and engagement with these programs within the department.
• Develop procedures, work instructions, and training materials as applicable.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Director of Quality or the Quality designee.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Quality assurance experience
• Understanding of quality management systems
• Familiarity with testing tools and tracking systems
• Competent in computer usage with train-the-trainer level ability to utilize numerous systems.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes and sequences of operation.
• Data collection and Exporting
• Intermediate knowledge of SaaS systems.
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Ability to work flexibly at different TAS facilities depending on current department needs.
• Interpersonal skills to work with others utilizing software programs.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in business software applications with a focus on operational functions may be considered.
• Basic training on quality systems equal or equivalent to ISO 9001:2018.

Preferred Requirements

Knowledge of applicable codes:

• ASME Section VIII, IX, and V
• ANSI B31.1, 31.3, 31.9
• AWS D1.1
• NEC/IEC

Knowledge of quality management standards:

• ISO 9001:2015

Advanced knowledge of Manufacturing concepts:

• Standard Quality Inspection points
• Manufacturing Assembly and testing
• Fastener torquing principals.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Position is at least 60% to 70% at a desk working with a computer.
• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Performs other physical activities including use of fingers, sitting, stooping, bending, crouching, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive motions.
• Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception, and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, and conduct extensive reading.
• The incumbent will be subject to inside environmental conditions.