Production Quality Specialist
Lincoln Electric

Job Info

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Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Euclid - 22801 - Cleveland, OH, United States (US)
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Manufacturing
Req ID: 25249

PURPOSE: Assume responsibility for Inspection and Quality Control on assembly lines, sub-assembly areas, or off-line work centers in the Machine Division. Reports to the Quality Assurance Supervisor or his designate.

JOB DESCRIPTION (DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Promote an atmosphere of continuous process and employee improvement.
• Enforce quality standards in all facets of the assigned areas.
• Properly identify, disposition and assess containment requirements for all non-conforming items and materials in the assigned area.
• Assist with non-conformance accountability assignment
• Perform finished product, work center, and piece check audits, as required.
• Follow all significant product, document and process changes which affect quality.
• Create and maintain detailed quality records as required.
• Work with the departmental supervision in developing and maintaining a trained workforce.
• Provide oversight of non-conforming materials and Stop Shipment rework.
• Report quality and safety near misses and incidents.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as needed or directed in support of the Company's 2025 Strategy.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• Technician III: Vocational training and 5+ years of experience in a relevant work environment is required; or High School Diploma/GED with 7+ years' experience in a relevant work environment.

a. Completes a variety of atypical assignments

b. Works with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused only on complex new assignments

c. Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience

• Technician IV: Vocational training and 8+ years of experience in a relevant work environment is required; or High School Diploma/GED with 10+ years' experience in a relevant work environment.

a. Has advanced and specialized expertise, typically developed through a combination of job-related training and considerable work experience

b. Works autonomously within established procedures and practices

c. May act as a lead, coordinating and facilitating the work of others

• Ability to work effectively and cross-functionally on the shop floor on a regular basis.
• Demonstrated computer skills in MS Office and Windows operating system.
• Ability to develop and maintain records and to follow projects through to conclusion.
• Basic understanding and knowledge of manufacturing engineering and quality standards.
• Ability to use measurement and inspection tools such as Calipers, Micrometers, Pins, Gauges, Protractor, and Scale.
• Capable of frequent standing, walking and lifting up to 60 lbs
• Must have excellent attendance, safety and work record.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Nearest Major Market: Cleveland
Job Segment: Industrial, Welding, Quality Assurance, Fabrication, Manufacturing, Technology

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