Quality Operator

Schaeffler•Danbury, CT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves inspecting a variety of parts and/or bearings to ensure they meet prescribed quality standards. The operator will be proficient in gaging and inspection operations, including using an optical comparator, coordinate measuring machine, and combination gaging. The position also requires performing critical visual inspection routines, setting up and adjusting gages, reviewing rejected work, and conducting investigations into quality problems. A key aspect of the role is becoming certified as a level II NDT inspector in three NDT testing methods, preparing, operating, and maintaining non-destructive equipment like Magnaglo and Zyglo testers, and inspecting parts tested to product requirements. The operator will also maintain logs and records, perform part and process audits, and ensure good housekeeping in the work area.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions write clear communication in English.
Ability to operate complex machinery in a manufacturing environment.
Good visual acuity.
Ability to lift medium-heavy objects if required.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship.
Must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Nice To Haves

The NDT testing methods chosen are determined by the supervisor based on need.

Responsibilities

Inspect a variety of parts and/or bearings dimensionally and/or visually to prescribed quality standards and practices.
Be proficient in gaging and inspection operations.
Perform several different operations requiring skill and judgment: optical comparator inspection, coordinate measuring machine, combination gaging, and critical visual inspection routine records.
Set up and adjust gages or equipment as required.
Review rejected work as directed.
Conduct routine investigation into quality problems and perform other related and comparable duties.
Become certified as a level II NDT inspector in three NDT testing methods.
Prepare, operate and maintain non-destructive equipment such as the Magnaglo and Zyglo testers, and inspect parts tested to product requirements.
Maintain log and routine records of all lots tested.
Perform part and process audits to written QA policies.
Maintain good housekeeping in work area.