Foundry Quality Technician

Job description

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services,industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB’s research and development activities forms the basis for the company’s success. People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today. At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference – the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products. FOUNDRY QUALITY TECHNICIAN KSB GIW, Inc. Job Title: Foundry Quality Technician Department: Quality – Foundry Operations Reports to: Foundry Supervisor / Quality Manager Location: Thomson, Georgia Shift: 1st OVERVIEW The Foundry Quality Technician is responsible for supporting product quality through inspection, testing, and documentation of cast products. This role ensures materials meet engineering, quality, and safety standards by working closely with Manufacturing and Quality teams. The technician performs inspections, material testing, and data entry while contributing to continuous improvement and ISO quality system requirements. RESPONSIBILITIES • Follow all GIW safety, environmental, and housekeeping requirements and use required PPE. • Perform inspections and testing on in-process and returned castings to identify defects or quality concerns. • Support first-article inspections and part qualification activities through visual and dimensional inspections. • Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements. • Accurately document inspection and test results and communicate findings to Manufacturing and Quality teams. • Create and maintain SAP quality notifications, inspection records, and test results. • Perform routine checks and support calibration of inspection and testing equipment. • Conduct material testing including chemical analysis (ARL), tensile testing, and basic metallurgical evaluations as required. • Perform non-destructive testing (VT, LPI, UT) in accordance with procedures, training, and certification level. • Support ISO 9001 quality system requirements, internal audits, and corrective action activities. • Participate in safety audits and promote safe work practices within the foundry. • Perform other duties as assigned to support quality and manufacturing objectives. QUALIFICATIONS • Working knowledge of quality and safety practices in an industrial environment. • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications. • Ability to learn and use SAP and electronic quality systems. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately. • Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. • Basic to intermediate math skills for measurements and test data interpretation. Education & Experience • High School Diploma or equivalent (required). • Technical training, associate degree, or equivalent work experience preferred. • Experience in a manufacturing, foundry, or quality inspection environment preferred. • Experience with material testing, chemical analysis, or non-destructive testing is an asset. WORKING CONDITIONS • Work performed in a foundry or industrial manufacturing environment. • Exposure to heat, noise, machinery, and industrial materials. • Physical requirements include standing, walking, bending, squatting, reaching, and lifting up to 70 pounds. • May require overtime or flexible scheduling based on operational needs. GIW Industries, Inc. (A KSB Company) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. GIW Industries, Inc. (A KSB Company) makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.