Quality Technician

Employer
Garrison Dental Solutions LLC
Location
Spring Lake
Salary
Competitive
Posted
Nov 01, 2024
Closes
Nov 20, 2024
Practice
Litigation
Position
Trademark Agent
Contract Type
Permanent

Description:

Are you a detail–oriented professional with a passion for continuous improvement and a drive to contribute to team success? We are seeking a dedicated Quality Technician to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong familiarity with ISO 13485 standards, ensuring the highest quality in our products and processes. Join us and play a pivotal role in maintaining excellence and driving innovation within our organization.

Why join Garrison Dental Solutions?

Private, Purpose–driven Company

o We have been a family–owned, debt–free, stable company in business for more than 25 years.

o We pursue a vision of innovating dentistry to restore healthy smiles worldwide.

o We place a high focus on living our core values of teamwork, determination, quality, and continuous improvement.

o We have been awarded one of West Michigan's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For seven consecutive years.

Market Leader

o Garrison is a market leader for one of the most popular and reliable restorative dentistry procedures.

o Our products are sold in 150 different countries.

o Garrison has a track record for consistently achieving double digit percent annual growth.

Highly regarded for innovative product designs requiring complex, in–house manufacturing.

o We place significant investments in innovation and technology.

o Our core products are protected by intellectual property and verified manufacturing processes that push the limits of metal–forming and injection–molding.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package:

o Base Salary range of $44 – 54 K (based on background) with bonus potential. 401K with profit sharing.

o Health (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA), Life, Short–term and Long–term disability, Accident and Critical Illness insurance

o Professional development support through company sponsored training and tuition reimbursement.

o Whole health support with Employee Assistant Program (EAP), regular and volunteerism paid time off, hybrid work option, free on–site gym access and subsidized gym membership.

Requirements:

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Conduct product validation lab testing, data analysis, and report writing.
  • Perform inspections and tests on incoming materials, document findings, and manage sorting and rework.
  • Monitor product quality throughout production to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Accurately document inspection and testing results, maintaining quality assurance records.
  • Identify and report defects, recommend disposition, and communicate with relevant departments.
  • Assist in internal and external QMS audits, supporting QRM and auditors.
  • Maintain and update QMS procedures and work instructions to comply with ISO 13485, MDSAP, FDA, and other regulations.
  • Provide employee training on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
  • Generate and verify traceability information and QA documentation.
  • Collaborate with various departments on product and process regulatory requirements, including CAPAs.
  • Stay updated on trends and advances in device manufacturing and quality control.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong verbal and written communication, with teaching and training capabilities.
  • Proficiency in mathematics, statistics, and report writing.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to understand technical specifications.
  • Skilled with test and measurement equipment and documentation software.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Education/Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree/technical certification preferred.
  • Experience with Quality Management Systems.
  • Knowledge of quality standards like ISO 13485, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing preferred.
  • Preferred internal auditing experience.
  • Competence in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Familiarity with continuous improvement tools (e.g., 5S, PDCA, Value Stream Mapping, Six Sigma).





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