Material Handler - 1st Shift

ITW•Watertown, MA

21d•$20•Hybrid

About The Position

This hybrid role is responsible for both ensuring product quality through final inspection and supporting manufacturing operations by operating parts washing equipment. The technician will perform a range of duties including inspection of parts, verifying product documentation, cleaning parts, preparing shipments, and loading/unloading trucks. The role requires adherence to safety, quality, productivity, and housekeeping standards while supporting overall plant operations. Final Inspection Duties Performs quality inspections, document, and record inspection results using a variety of inspection equipment. Perform grain flow testing on automotive components to ensure material integrity and adherence to specification. Analyze and interpret grain flow patterns to assess the quality and structural soundness of materials. Carry out various laboratory tests, including hardness testing, tensile testing, and metallographic examination. Prepare samples for testing by cutting, mounting, polishing, and etching in materials as required. Verification of products received from outside services (i.e., heat treating, plating, etc.) via testing and verification of supplied documentation. Accurately record test results and maintain detailed records of all testing activities. Compile and present test data in technical reports, ensuring that findings are communicated clearly to engineering and production teams. Support Gage Calibration System (ensure all gages are available & calibrated). Sort mixed/non-conforming parts as needed. Ensure all testing procedures comply with industry standards, automotive quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949), and company -specific guidelines. Daily housekeeping of work area and Quality office including filing of documentation. Follow all safety protocols in the laboratory, ensuring a safe working environment. Performs additional tasks as directed by Quality Management. Parts Washing & Shipping Duties Operate parts washer, solvent washer, and tumblers to clean various parts. Prepare outgoing shipments, ensuring proper packaging and documentation. Load and unload trucks for incoming and outgoing shipments. Receive and check incoming products, ensuring accuracy and quality. Enter data related to parts washing and shipping activities into computer systems. Assist in training other employees as necessary. Work in other areas of the plant as requested by the supervisor. General Duties Maintain focus and accuracy in both inspection and washing operations. Ensure compliance with on-time delivery, productivity, safety, quality, and housekeeping metrics. Participate in daily housekeeping of work areas. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
Ability to focus and prioritize tasks and objectives.
Good communication skills.
Proficiency with computers, including data entry, Word, Excel, and email.
Ability to drive or learn to drive a forklift and be able to get on and off the forklift multiple times daily.
Familiarity with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.) and interpreting blueprints/part drawings.
Basic knowledge of algebra, geometry, decimals, fractions, and metric/English conversions.
Ability to work in a moderately clean manufacturing environment.
Must be able to maintain focus and accuracy through repetitive product inspection.
Effective problem solving/prioritizing skills required.
Ability to use and care of precision measuring tools (i.e., micrometers, calipers, comparator, attribute gages).
Must be proficient in interpreting blueprints/part drawings.
Must be able to use and be familiar with Word, Excel, and email.

Responsibilities

Perform quality inspections, document, and record inspection results using a variety of inspection equipment.
Perform grain flow testing on automotive components to ensure material integrity and adherence to specification.
Analyze and interpret grain flow patterns to assess the quality and structural soundness of materials.
Carry out various laboratory tests, including hardness testing, tensile testing, and metallographic examination.
Prepare samples for testing by cutting, mounting, polishing, and etching in materials as required.
Verification of products received from outside services (i.e., heat treating, plating, etc.) via testing and verification of supplied documentation.
Accurately record test results and maintain detailed records of all testing activities.
Compile and present test data in technical reports, ensuring that findings are communicated clearly to engineering and production teams.
Support Gage Calibration System (ensure all gages are available & calibrated).
Sort mixed/non-conforming parts as needed.
Ensure all testing procedures comply with industry standards, automotive quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949), and company -specific guidelines.
Daily housekeeping of work area and Quality office including filing of documentation.
Follow all safety protocols in the laboratory, ensuring a safe working environment.
Performs additional tasks as directed by Quality Management.
Operate parts washer, solvent washer, and tumblers to clean various parts.
Prepare outgoing shipments, ensuring proper packaging and documentation.
Load and unload trucks for incoming and outgoing shipments.
Receive and check incoming products, ensuring accuracy and quality.
Enter data related to parts washing and shipping activities into computer systems.
Assist in training other employees as necessary.
Work in other areas of the plant as requested by the supervisor.
Maintain focus and accuracy in both inspection and washing operations.
Ensure compliance with on-time delivery, productivity, safety, quality, and housekeeping metrics.
Participate in daily housekeeping of work areas.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.