Certification Auditor

PCC Talent Acquisition Portal • New Hartford, NY

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About The Position

The Certification Auditor position is a customer sensitive, critical function where the creation and transmittal of the material “certificate of test” or “certification” occurs. Certifications must be completed in an accurate and timely fashion to meet all customer requirements and SMC shipping schedules. Certifications include chemistries, mechanical properties, conformance to fixed practices, metallographic ratings, billet maps, and various other forms of documentation needed to confirm the material meets specification requirements. As a result the Certification Auditor must develop a proficient understanding of the entire manufacturing process, material specifications, material testing, and the systems used to convey and retain processing information.

Requirements

• A minimum of an Associate’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Computer literacy is a requirement.
• Must be able to perform basic certification functions within 3 months of employment.
• Ability to interface with any person in the organization.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail are critical.
• Reliable attendance and good communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work in a high pressure environment.

Nice To Haves

• A technical or Science field is preferred.
• Up to two years of experience in a Quality role or function is also preferred.
• Employee must be able to demonstrate core certification function within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Review all records and specifications for certification requests by customers. This includes chemistry, mechanical test results, metallographic results, material processing methods, vendor agreements, method of manufacture, process outlines, purchase orders (P.O.), QA checklists, and inspection records.
• Create a certificate of test for each customer shipment. Record accurately on the certification all test data, specification references, required quality statements, material descriptions, identification numbers, and any additional requirements flowed down by the purchase order. Initiate action to correct erroneous results when found and maintain appropriate records for permanent retention files.
• Audit customer certifications for compliance with all purchase order requirements.
• QA checklist for vendor agreement compliance, process outlines,
• methods of manufacture.
• Review disposition of Variances and IRR’S
• Initiate Non-conformance requests as necessary
• Review Inspection records for quality requirements and completeness as required (macro results, UT requirements, proper size and tolerances, length requirements, weight requirements, and any customer samples required.)
• Verify accuracy of billet maps (# of sonic defects, location of defects, weight loss requirements, UT sonic test requirements)
• Sign completed Certification
• Forward certification and packing slip to Traffic/Sales
• Mail/ Fax/E-mail/ certification to customer
• File as appropriate for permanent retention
• Interface as needed with customer
• Participate in specific customer qualification programs: Initiate and participate in continuous process improvement projects and assignments.
• Various other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Accomplishes all tasks as appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees