Quality Control Specialist I

CoorsTek, Inc.•Benton, AR

1d•$16 - $20

About The Position

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better. We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing. Job Title Quality Control Specialist I Responsible for checking, testing and inspect, raw materials and products at different stages. Conduct routine analyses and tests of various components. Work under direct supervision · Follow established procedures and guidelines to check, test, and inspect raw materials, goods in process, and finished goods. Compare the physical characteristics of components, materials, equipment, and products to technical specifications to identify defects. Conduct simple tests; record results and prepare simple technical reports . · Under supervision, performs visual and measurement inspection tests including calculating distances, angles, radius tapers, thread and gear data using complex measuring equipment (i.e. Zeiss or Mitutoyo Coordinate Measuring Machines, Smartscope or RAM) · Utilizes precision measuring equipment (i.e. micrometers, calipers, comparators, master gauge blocks, indicators, surface gauges, surface plates, sine bars, etc.) to accept or reject parts so that product sent to customers meets expectations and quality standards · Approves finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, returning products for re-work, confirming re-work, communicating required adjustments to appropriate personnel and ensuring quality product is released to customer · Reads and deciphers complex technical drawings and incorporates tight tolerances into part inspection process · Inputs and analyzes statistical data utilizing Infinity or other SPC software, documents data obtained during all quality inspection processes and examines statistical data to determine and maintain quality and product reliability ·If applicable, Operates inspection equipment; troubleshoots and resolves issues affecting quality of product and reports issues to leadership as needed · Acts as “go-to” person for quality control inspection procedures, willingly accepts responsibility for training other employees as required and ensures inspection methods are consistent and performed in adherence to quality standards and processes · Conducts training classes relating to inspection tools/equipment, processes, GD&T and technical drawings · Performs analytical test using instrumentation/equipment and perform measurement calculations as needed · Directs other department inspectors at request of team lead or supervisor in leader’s absence · Performs internal audits in accordance with Company and customer quality control standards · Assists and/or performs in any and all areas as assigned · Works any and all shifts/days as required · Under minimal supervision, performs visual and measurement inspection tests including calculating distances, angles, radius tapers, thread and gear data using complex measuring equipment ( i.e. Zeiss or Mitutoyo Coordinate Measuring Machines, Smartscope or RAM)

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
1-3 years of applicable product inspection experience
Exhibits strong interpersonal and organizational skills with great attention to detail
Possesses excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Demonstrates proficiency in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and possesses intermediate math skills
Exhibits strong problem solving, judgement and decision-making skills
Works effectively with a diverse group of people from different cultures and backgrounds
Required to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Has attained qualified status on the use of multiple precision inspection equipment tools in assigned area under limited supervisor, such as micrometers, calipers, microscope, federal gauge, Styre, Talyrond 73, FPI, video scopes, and lighting equipment
Performs detail oriented tasks using basic language and intermediate math skills.

Responsibilities

Follow established procedures and guidelines to check, test, and inspect raw materials, goods in process, and finished goods.
Compare the physical characteristics of components, materials, equipment, and products to technical specifications to identify defects.
Conduct simple tests; record results and prepare simple technical reports .
Under supervision, performs visual and measurement inspection tests including calculating distances, angles, radius tapers, thread and gear data using complex measuring equipment (i.e. Zeiss or Mitutoyo Coordinate Measuring Machines, Smartscope or RAM)
Utilizes precision measuring equipment (i.e. micrometers, calipers, comparators, master gauge blocks, indicators, surface gauges, surface plates, sine bars, etc.) to accept or reject parts so that product sent to customers meets expectations and quality standards
Approves finished products by confirming specifications, conducting visual and measurement tests, returning products for re-work, confirming re-work, communicating required adjustments to appropriate personnel and ensuring quality product is released to customer
Reads and deciphers complex technical drawings and incorporates tight tolerances into part inspection process
Inputs and analyzes statistical data utilizing Infinity or other SPC software, documents data obtained during all quality inspection processes and examines statistical data to determine and maintain quality and product reliability
If applicable, Operates inspection equipment; troubleshoots and resolves issues affecting quality of product and reports issues to leadership as needed
Acts as “go-to” person for quality control inspection procedures, willingly accepts responsibility for training other employees as required and ensures inspection methods are consistent and performed in adherence to quality standards and processes
Conducts training classes relating to inspection tools/equipment, processes, GD&T and technical drawings
Performs analytical test using instrumentation/equipment and perform measurement calculations as needed
Directs other department inspectors at request of team lead or supervisor in leader’s absence
Performs internal audits in accordance with Company and customer quality control standards
Assists and/or performs in any and all areas as assigned
Works any and all shifts/days as required
Under minimal supervision, performs visual and measurement inspection tests including calculating distances, angles, radius tapers, thread and gear data using complex measuring equipment ( i.e. Zeiss or Mitutoyo Coordinate Measuring Machines, Smartscope or RAM)

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
Company-Matched 401K (USA only)
Company-Matched Pension Plan (CANADA only)
HSA (Health Savings Account) with Company Contribution
Wellness Reimbursement Program (USA only)
Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Legal Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & more) (USA only)
Safety Programs (reimbursement for safety shoes and company provided safety glasses)
Performance-Based Bonuses for all Employees
Employee Recognition Programs
Mentorship Program
Community & Volunteer Events & MORE!