Manufacturing Quality Technician
Lesjöfors · Pittston, PA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Quality
- Travel
- 5%
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 6 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level quality role at Lesjöfors (industrial) in Pittston, PA. Maintain a safe and clean work environment, following company policies and procedures.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- SPC, ISO 9001
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 5% travel
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How this role compares
Against 17 other live quality postings in Pennsylvania.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- FDA / GMP 33%
- ✓ SPC 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Quality team at Lesjöfors
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Which standards drive the work here: ISO 13485, IATF 16949, AS9100?
- How much of the job is customer complaints versus prevention?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- The posting says about 5% travel. Between which sites?
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from LesjöforsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Lesjofors Springs America (LSA), a leader in the manufacture of Industrial Power Springs, has an immediate opening for a hands-on Manufacturing Quality Technician to support its quickly growing medical segment at its Pittston, PA location. Successful candidates for this position will: Inspection/test materials, products, and equipment to ensure they meet demanding quality standards for supply into the medical device industry. Record data from quality control tests and prepare reports on findings. Work closely with the production team to identify and correct quality issues efficiently, prevent scrap, and ensure 100% quality delivered to our customers. Develop and implement quality control procedures, including inspection checklists and testing protocols for the medical production segment. Perform routine audits of manufacturing processes and procedures to identify potential quality improvements. Provide training and support to production personnel on quality control processes and procedures. Collaborate with other departments such as engineering and supply chain to ensure quality standards are met throughout the production process. Program and operate measurement and testing equipment to assess product dimensions, tolerances, and performance. Maintain a safe and clean work environment, following company policies and procedures. Continuously improve knowledge and skills through training and education to stay abreast of industry trends and best practices. Successful candidates for this position will possess the following Bachelor's degree with experience in a quality department of a manufacturing environment, Or High school diploma or equivalent, with 5+ years of experience in the quality department of a manufacturing environment. ISO 9001 knowledge and experience required / ISO ** preferred. Ability to read/write simple instructions and communicate effectively with team members. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. periodically throughout the day. Ability to study and analyze data through SPC. Ability to work closely with engineers and production personnel to resolve problems. Effective communication and strong computer skills. A self-starter to prioritize tasks, follow instruction and work with minimal supervision. A strong team player able to perform well in a total quality environment. Ability to travel (5%) for training, external audits or other quality improvement activities. Job Compensation The Annual salary is $55-75K USD per year. PTO up to 5 weeks annually. 401k plan with enhanced employer contributions. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability benefits. Eleven paid holidays per year. Annual bonus opportunity. What LSA Offers You Highly competitive base pay. Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs. Group retirement savings program. Health and wellness programs. An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
