Initiate, support, and lead Production Team activities targeting Quality continuous improvement and assurance within the Consumables Division. Reports to Quality Assurance Supervisor. Job Description (Duties and Responsibilities) The Quality Assurance Technician provides technical support to engineers and scientists in areassuch as production, operations, maintenance, safety, testing, process improvement or productdevelopment. In addition: Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles and manipulates technical data using established formulaeand procedures and performs detailed mathematical calculations. Must have an uncompromising attitude towards quality. Must thoroughly understand, enforce and follow the Lincoln Electric Quality Management System as it applies to all daily activities. Encouraged to initiate changes for continuous product and process improvement. Maintain manufacturing quality performance metrics and/or quality records. Assist with the evaluation, proper identification, and disposition of all non-conforming items and materials. Be aware of all products, documents, and process changes in your area of responsibility which affect quality. Utilize the Quality Management System and appropriate divisional personnel to support or drive Continuous Improvement Assist in the training and performance feedback of production personnel to production supervision. Develop and perform random process and product audits. Basic Requirements Technician II: Vocational Training & 3 years of related experience or, GED with 5 years in related field. 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 assignment 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 and walking and lifting up to 60 lbs. Must have excellent attendance, safety and work record. Ability to work rotating shifts. Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Understand the Company’s EHS Policy and how it relates to this job. Be aware of OSHA and EPA laws and regulations as well as the Company’s Plant Rules and Regulations that pertain to this job. Work in a safe manner and observe all company EHS and JHA procedures. Follow safe equipment operating procedures and only operate equipment when guards are in place and in good condition. Know that the company EHS procedures are contained in reference books, such as SSW Specifications, Plant Rules and Regulations, and Material Safety Data Sheets. Immediately notify the Supervisor if there is any safety hazard, any equipment not operating correctly, or if there are any questions regarding EHS and JHA procedures. Training Requirements Additional training in Quality Management System, REQ 1, OP 114, OP 191, OP 203, applicable work instructions and any others as needed. Additional training in Six Sigma methodology, 5 S, Lean, Root Cause Analysis, Process Mapping, Lincoln Electric Service School, as required. See RE 150 for complete list of training requirements. Personal Protective Equipment PPE per EHS 560. 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.