Quality Test Technician

Position Description

Performs a variety of quality control tests and inspections on products, materials, components, and parts at various stages of the production process to ensure compliance with quality and reliability standards. Records statistical data, analyzes data and communicates test results. Analyzes results and makes recommendations to engineering teams for modifications or changes.

Job Responsibilities

1. Performs various engineering tests using multiple measurement devices and test equipment; develops new test set-ups and/or test methods
2. Analyzes, interprets and professionally communicates test results; makes recommendations to engineering teams for modifications and changes
3. Supports production areas in troubleshooting problems related to the engine or product components and assembly; recommends improvement or solutions; assists in fabrication and/or assembly of prototype devices
4. Verifies implemented quality improvements to the manufacturing process
5. Uses problem solving techniques to report root cause of failures
6. Performs other duties as assigned

Job Skills Requirements

• Ability to set-up, calibrate and use sophisticated or specialized measurement devices and test equipment
• Thorough understanding of internal combustion engines and their operation as well as specialized technical areas of operation
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills to perform root cause, engine failure and other in-depth analyses
• Familiarity with small engines and small engine dynamometers
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of SPC, GD&T & metrology desired
• FMEA knowledge and experience preferred
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Competencies

Education

• Associates Degree in Engine Technology, or related field, or equivalent education and experience

Experience Requirements

• Minimum three years experience working with small engines and engine powered equipment
• Experience in Advance Quality Planning preferred

Certifications Preferred

• ASQ Quality Engineer

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Domestic and/or international travel as required up to 10%

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, SimpliPhi®, Branco® and Victa® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.