Quality Technician

Axalta Coating Systems
Brighton, MI
Quality Technician

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers' products-whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals-and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Job Summary

The Quality Technician supports the Quality function by performing laboratory testing, maintaining quality systems documentation, assisting with investigations, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives at our manufacturing site. This role is critical in ensuring products meet customer requirements, internal quality standards, and regulatory expectations.

Schedule
  • Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (occasional Saturday depending on business needs)
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform routine quality control testing on raw materials, in-process products, and finished goods using established laboratory methods and procedures.
  • Conduct sampling procedures and accurately record inspection and test results.
  • Support Quality Engineers with customer complaint investigations and product issue resolution.
  • Assist with Quality Notifications (QNs), Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and internal quality investigations.
  • Participate in root cause analysis activities using methodologies such as 5 Why, 8D, CAPA, and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA).
  • Assist with internal quality audits and quality system compliance activities.
  • Create, maintain, and ensure compliance with quality system documentation, procedures, and work instructions.
  • Track, trend, and analyze quality data to support key quality metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Perform in-process quality checks, application testing, and incoming raw material inspections.
  • Maintain laboratory records, filing systems, and retain sample inventories.
  • Support laboratory housekeeping, inventory management, and quality improvement projects.
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent, required
  • Previous Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or laboratory testing experience or similar experience
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work safely and effectively in a manufacturing and laboratory environment
  • Experience in manufacturing, chemical, coatings, automotive, or industrial environment, preferred
  • Experience with root cause analysis, CAPA, audits, and quality systems.
  • Ability to routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Required use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators when necessary.
  • Moderate noise levels typical of manufacturing environments.
Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We've recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

Recruitment Fraud Alert : We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you've encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to [email protected].
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Posted 2026-07-15

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