Quality Assurance Technician 1
Columbia, IN - USA
Job Summary
Position Overview
The Quality Assurance Technician I support plant quality operations by inspecting testing and verifying product conformance throughout the manufacturing processfrom incoming materials through finished goods. This role assists with gage calibration and maintenance first piece and first article inspections production and supplier quality assurance analysis of nonconforming materials warranty returns review and ISO quality system audits when assigned. This is an entry-level hands-on technical position. Training will be provided as needed. Location: Onsite Columbia City Indiana
Key Responsibilities
Perform first piece and first article inspections and communicate results to production teams.
Audit production line quality to ensure products meet specifications.
Support production associates with quality questions and troubleshooting.
Assist with product teardowns warranty analysis and technical reporting.
Measure and analyze nonconforming material support disposition and processing.
Inspect supplier-purchased materials.
Measure product dimensions using calipers micrometers gauges steel rules and CMMs.
Support calibration and documentation of gaging equipment.
Interpret blueprints and technical documentation.
Record inspection and test results accurately.
Assist with associate training related to quality processes and measurement techniques. Communicate across shifts and participate in overtime rotation as required.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Strong communication and attention to detail.
- Ability to troubleshoot basic quality issues.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
- Willingness to complete additional metrology training.
- Previous experience effectively collaborating with teams
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
One or more years of quality or manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and inspection methods.
SAP experience preferred. Physical Demands and Work Environment
Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds; frequently lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.
Benefits
- Medical Dental Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Spending accounts (HSA Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
- Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Paid Leaves
- Tuition Assistance
About Regal Rexnord
Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power transmit and control motion. The Companys electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Companys automation offering comprised of controls actuators drives and precision motors controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.
The Companys end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds and include factory automation food & beverage aerospace medical data center warehouse alternative energy residential and commercial buildings general industrial construction metals and mining and agriculture.
Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions Power Efficiency Solutions and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information including a copy of our Sustainability Report visit .
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex/gender sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy age ancestry national origin genetic information marital status citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract) disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds perspectives and skills. If youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement please email you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application please e-mail
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About Company
Regal Beloit and Rexnord Corporation merged in 2001 to create Regal Rexnord. Find out more about the brands that make up our power transmission portfolio.