QA Inspector

BS&B SAFETY SYSTEMS, LLC..•Minneapolis, MN

1d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The CSS team builds pressure safety devices that support the equipment we use in our daily activities, ranging from vehicles and electric vehicles, to aircraft, large HVAC systems, healthcare equipment, and fire protection systems. Come and add your skills to the CSS team at this critical infrastructure business conveniently located in Edina where I-494 and Highway 169 connect. Find details on what we do at www.bsbsystems.com/oem.html This position is responsible for the assembly of BS&B custom engineered Pressure Relief Devices. These devices constitute two, three, or four-piece components of various custom engineered components made from mostly stainless steel that are prepared into kits, placed into a custom fixture that is then cycled into an automated laser welding machine, and then removed for checking and packaging.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent.
Experience in an engineering assembly workshop environment including use of automated and semi-automated equipment.
3+ years’ experience in material fabrication and assembly or similar trade for production of precision assemblies.
Dedication to producing work of the highest quality.
Skilled in CNC controlled or similar high-tech equipment.
Knowledge of manufacturing equipment that is computer controlled such as a laser marking system.
Must have thorough knowledge of reading and understanding blueprints as well as knowledge of measurement tools (e.g. tape measure, square, calipers).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of automotive industry expectations an advantage.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings (blueprints) and technical procedures.

Responsibilities

Operate BS&B’s assembly equipment (laser marking machine, laser welding machine, quality capture by camera) in the manufacture of pressure relief device assemblies, either in segments or from beginning to end, in accordance with defined Manufacturing Specifications.
Ensure machine settings are to specification at all times.
Prepare component kits in typically 500-piece groups in readiness for assembly.
Visually check that each machine operation has occurred.
Work with colleagues in Production, Materials, Engineering and other plant functions where appropriate to achieve various production, quality, and lead time KPI targets.
Participate in maintaining a high-quality manufacturing environment. Contribute suggestions that will improve products, and processes which in turn deliver quality, productivity, and performance gains.
Comply with all safety procedures and regulations. Suggest methods to improve safety and efficiency where applicable.
Monitor tooling and equipment in areas of responsibility; report repairs, upgrades, or replacement to Maintenance.
Adhere to ISO 9001-2015 and AS9100D procedures.
Verify components coming into the work area are of correct condition to achieve assembled product characteristics.
Inspect and measure parts and finished pieces to ensure quality and adherence to job specification; maintain records.
Support of visits, inspections, and audits from customers, and quality/regulatory bodies within assigned manufacturing areas.
Maintain a clean and safe work area that is compliant with all safety rules and regulations.
Inspection support for team members when setting up production runs
Quality inspection surveillance of ongoing production
Quality inspection of completed goods and record keeping
Quality documentation preparation and / or checking for shipment
Verification of outgoing packaging labels
Goods Inwards inspection and record keeping
Leak testing (Helium mass spectrometer, bubble test methods currently used)
Use of inspection equipment to perform above tasks (such as micrometer, caliper, optical comparator, digital indicator)
Operate equipment supporting assembly activity such as labeling and packaging systems.
Perform other duties and project work as assigned by Production Supervisor.
Ability to work under pressure to meet production targets.
Responsible and flexible to the needs of customers.
Good communication skills and ability to maintain good working relationships.
Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to achieve objectives with minimal supervision.
Reliable work ethic.