Software Quality Assurance Analyst jobs in Maine

Description

D & G Machine Products, Inc., a Certified ISO 9001 & AS9100D Company with a Main Plant located in Westbrook and a Fabrication Plant located in Gorham, Maine, has been offering full-service Precision Machining, Fabrication, Painted and Assembled Machine Products for more than 50 Years.

D&G Machine supply’s several Nationwide Industries that include: Aerospace, Computer Chip Production, Defense Contracts, Medical, Power Generation, and Maine’s Paper Industry.

D&G Machine employees have the opportunity to advance within the company after receiving valuable experience, as proven with a majority of our engineers and managers being promoted from the shop floor.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Quality Assurance Analyst is responsible for reviewing customer purchase order requirements, comparing them to the D&G engineering process, drawings, and vendor purchase orders, and verifying that all the requirements of the customer drawings and purchase order are met. The Quality Assurance Analyst provides documentation to support each review at customer and quality management system audits. The Quality Assurance Analyst is also responsible for generating and populating AS9102 inspection forms, populating data in net-inspect and maintaining files in UniPoint.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews, compares, and verifies that the D&G engineering process, shop drawings and vendor purchase orders, meet the requirements of the customer purchase order and customer supplied drawings.
• Reviews and verifies that the vendor purchase order meets the requirements of the customer supplied drawing and customer purchase order flow down requirements.
• Provides documentation support of each review, showing that the project was reviewed and filed for quality audits.
• Analyzes process and/or drawing changes for completeness and verifies that the changes align with change request(s).
• Ensures correct and timely implementation of process review requests.
• Verifies own work, checks format and compliance with document templates generated and maintained by the Quality Assurance Analyst and approved by the Quality Manager.
• Demonstrates and maintains excellent and consistent attention to detail.
• Maintains a working knowledge of company quality assurance standards, internal policies, processes, and procedures and external regulations.
• Supports the Document Control Specialist as needed.
• Maintains communication with the Quality Manager to discuss any issues, needs or ideas for improvement.

COMPETENCIES:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 – 2 years of related experience or the ability to learn highly preferred.
• Experience working with or ability to learn AS9102 First Article Inspection Report Forms and requirements.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn administrative/clerical procedures and systems, with the ability to manage files/records. (e.g. Microsoft Office, JobBoss and UniPoint)
• Must be a quick learner and have exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problem solving.
• Must be proficient in ERP systems or have the ability to learn. Experience with JobBoss and/or UniPoint are a plus.
• Must pass a post-employment offer drug screen and background check.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This job operates in the manufacturing office environment at the Main Plant located in Westbrook, Maine. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain stationary at a desk, work on a computer with frequent interruptions; handle or feel small components. The employee frequently positions self to reach for objects, maintain and operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of computer keyboard, move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and to communicate to exchange information. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

EEO STATEMENT:

D & G Machine Products, Inc. provides Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition to federal law requirements, D & G Machine Products, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination and employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Further, D & G Machine Products, Inc. complies with Affirmative Action (AA) practices as called for by applicable laws and executive orders with respect to equal employment opportunities, administration of personnel actions, and in order to ensure employment decisions are made in furtherance of the objective of equal employment.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, including:

• Medical Insurance 
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Short Term Disability (employer paid)
• Long Term Disability
• Group Life Insurance (employer paid)
• 401k with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 11 paid Holidays
• 15% Shift Differential
• Paid Tuition Reimbursement
• And much more!