About the position
Join the team that is a leader in engineering, designing and manufacturing of leading-edge military expeditionary products and rugged industrial/commercial products since 1937.
Responsibilities
- Performs inspection activities, to assess conformance of products to the design as defined by engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, quality specifications/quality plans
- Interprets engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, or formulas and confers with management or engineering staff to determine quality and reliability standards
- Inspects products, components, subassemblies, and/or systems to ensure conformance to requirements
- Identifies nonconforming conditions that present existing or impending defective conditions at the system or subsystem level of assembly
- Prepares inspection plans and checklists for inspection
- Records variable data of inspections into ERP
- Generate discrepancy notices and initiate Material Review Board actions
- Perform material movement transactions after completion of inspection process
- May specialize in receiving inspection, in-process inspection, process verification/auditing, final inspection and other area's as assigned
- Recognizes and takes action to correct apparent discrepancies in specifications and procedures
- Determines the method and process needed to measure blueprint conformance on parts according to tolerances and normal gauge practices
- Read, understand and interpret part and gauge GD&T and coordinate drawings/models as it applies to gauging and measurements
- May specialize in gage calibration process and conduct calibration for all basic hand tools and gauges
- Coordination of the recall notification for all tool/gauges that are required for calibration within the given month
- Repair gauges and inspection as required to maintain accuracy of operation
- Assist in design review of gauges
- Obtain quotes for externally calibrated equipment
- Coordinate shipment of gauges for external calibration
- Enter Purchase Requisitions for external calibrations
- Enter internal and external calibration data within calibration tracking software
- Performs detailed product testing utilizing approved procedures on all items that are submitted for NIST traceable calibration
- Identifies units in need of repair and ensures they are segregated and deemed unusable
- Performs NIST traceable calibration/certification of products utilizing written procedures and calibration templates
- Manages all aspects of external calibration requirements and documentation
- Uses the Calibration database to record test data, generate certificates and track product calibration history
- Maintains familiarity with current and new products as well as all calibration lab standards and test equipment
- Performs periodic maintenance on calibration equipment as applicable
- Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization
- Adheres to all quality and safety standards
- Support other projects and performs duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 2-5 years field related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must be able to speak, read and understand English
- Requires ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and wiring schematics
- Experience in the use of inspection equipment including but not limited to calipers, micrometers and height gages
- Experience in First Article and First Piece inspection process
- Knowledge of manufacturing, ISO 9001 Quality Management System
- Knowledge of ANSI Y 14.5 Geometric, Dimensioning & Tolerancing
- Good mechanical/technical skills and ability to read engineering drawings
- GD&T proficiency is highly desirable
- Previous metrology experience
- Knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing methods is highly desirable
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to work in a self-directed environment
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
- Experience in ERP systems, SAP desired
- Possesses strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with employees and managers at all levels within the company
- Possesses strong computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in standard business software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office)
- Goal oriented and team focused to ensure completion of projects in a timely manner
Benefits
- Health benefits, including telehealth medical services, Dental & Vision
- Life, AD&D & Disability (paid for by the company)
- 401K with a company match
- Safe & clean work environment (following all CDC guidelines to keep our employees safe!)
