Quality Technician

Ecorobotix Inc

Quality Technician

Lyons, KS
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    About the Job

    Ecorobotix Inc. creates innovative robotic solutions that reduce the negative ecological impact of modern agriculture. We have developed an AI-based ultra-high precision spot spraying technology that drastically reduces the amount of chemicals used in crop fields while keeping costs competitive. The technology is currently deployed on our tractor-towed ARA machine. By joining our talented and dynamic team, you will contribute to a more sustainable, environment-friendly agriculture in an innovative scale-up at the cutting edge of technology. We are a revolutionary organization with a great work environment that supports creativity through self-motivation.

    General Objective of the Role

    As part of the development of our industrial activities and the optimization of our quality performance, we are looking for a Quality Technician to strengthen our team. You will play a key role in monitoring the quality of our machines — from incoming components to the finished product. You will lead non-conformity resolutions and contribute to continuous improvement, notably through the definition and documentation of key processes.

    Reporting Lines & Interactions

    This role will report to the Quality Manager. Internally, close collaboration is expected with production, engineering, supply chain, quality, and industrialization teams. Externally, continuous coordination with the assembly partner located in Lyons, Kansas, is required. Occasional travel to Switzerland may be expected.

    Key Responsibilities

    Incoming and final quality control

    Monitor incoming inspection of parts (dimensions, conformity to drawings, documentation)

    Conduct final inspections of machines prior to shipment

    Record results and determine product conformity

    Release machines before shipping to customers

    Production/assembly follow-up

    Monitor the assembly process to ensure compliance with quality standards

    Support production teams on-site to identify and resolve quality deviations

    Analyze deviations against technical and documentation requirements

    Monitoring QC done by production team for subassemblies, and full machine

    Quality reporting and KPI tracking

    Establish and monitor key quality indicators (non-conformities, scrap rate, response times, etc.)

    Provide regular reports with management and recommend corrective actions

    Propose improvement plans based on observed trends

    Manage internal, supplier, and customer non-conformities

    Lead root cause analyses and corrective action plans (8D, 5 Whys, Ishikawa)

    Ensure effective implementation and follow-up of corrective and preventive actions

    Serve as the primary Ecorobotix contact at the production site for all types of encountered issues

    Actively participate in defining and updating internal procedures

    Qualifications & Skills

    Associate or bachelor’s degree in quality, Industrial Production, or a related field

    Significant hands-on experience (5–10 years minimum) in quality assurance within a manufacturing environment

    Strong skills in inspection, operational quality tools, production monitoring, and process documentation

    Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics

    Knowledge of quality tools: 8D, FMEA, 5 Whys, Ishikawa, etc.

    Strong Excel and data reporting skills

    Good communication, autonomy, rigor, and analytical mindset

    Knowledge of quality standards (ISO 9001, etc.)

    Proactive, organized, and results oriented

    Strong field presence and commitment to continuous improvement

    Familiarity with Odoo or any others ERP would be a plus