Quality Technician - 2nd shift

Power Solutions International (PSI) is a leading manufacturer of emissions-certified powertrains specializing in customized and fully integrated turnkey solutions for the leading global equipment manufacturers in the industrial, transportation, and energy markets manufacturers. Our facilities are housed in one million square feet of engineering, assembly, operations, and distribution space across seven facilities. We are positioned to meet the high production volumes of our customers with added capacity for growth.

Position Summary:

Power Solutions International participates in E-Verify. This role is reporting to our office in Darien, WI. We are currently not offering Sponsorship or Relocation Assistance for this role.

The Quality Technician supports the assembly process, focusing on testing assembled products to ensure quality control and proactively identify and resolve mechanical deficiencies. Flexibility is critical to this role as you will work across stations, product lines, plants, and daily task. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: testing, troubleshooting product flaws, training Assemblers, communicating across the organization, documenting using Lean tools and methodologies, and providing process improvement recommendations.

Responsibilities:

• Perform in-process and final quality inspections on manufactured products to ensure they meet customer requirements to ensure consistent, quality products are ready to ship to customers. Identify units that fail tests or tolerance levels
• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment
• Problem-solve, communicate, and escalate issues across functional areas (Quality, Maintenance, Materials, Purchasing, and Engineering) to identify root causes, resolve the challenge, and prevent future occurrences to drive down Parts Per Million (PPM)
• Document quality, testing, and audit results by filling out and submitting daily reports and updating Lean SPQRC metrics
• Utilize and improve blue card and yellow methodologies to effectively manage the issues/deficiencies through resolution. Perform audits across a variety of functions including work instruction, process verification, and layered
• Proactively train Assembly Team Members on how to perform standardized work using JIT processes and error-proofing checks as well as maintaining an updated training matrix
• When customers report issues, partner with the Manufacturing Engineering team to recreate the problem and solve it
• Ensure production targets are met by assisting in identifying bottlenecks and constraints and performing training, assembly, or line realignment to alleviate the problem
• Act as a Safety Ambassador, adhering to all safety policies, including maintaining line organization and cleanliness utilizing 5S and WPO (Workplace Organization), performing TPM activities, and conducting preventative maintenance on tools and equipment
• As needed, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds of materials to assist in production. Learn and execute team lifts for items over 40 pounds
• Adhere to all safety procedures including the use of personal protective equipment, navigating the plant with alert behavior, operating power tools and machines according to instructions, and disposing of waste properly
• All other duties as assigned by management

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience including the ability to apply math (fractions, ratios, measurements) and to read, comprehend, and convert instruction manuals/diagrams into work
• Internally certified in process verification and detection testing systems; or the ability to become certified within 6 months
• Success as an assembler especially as demonstrated through flexibility/adaptability to a wide range of work responsibilities, effective problem solving with a focus on delivering result, mechanical aptitude with a range of power tools, and high reliability
• Communicates effectively with multiple functional teams, including providing documentation, to drive results and resolution of problems
• Tech savvy with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel
• Willingness to travel and work across multiple local plant locations

PSI offers a wide range of benefits from medical, dental, and vision to pet insurance as well as discounted prescription plans. Additionally, we also provide a 401k match, life insurance and AD&D, short- and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. Come join our team and learn more about PSI and what we have to offer!

Power Solutions International/3Pi is an EOE disability/vet company offering a drug-free workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.