Quality Tech-1

Allison Transmission•Lewisburg, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Tech-1 performs quality inspection and measurement activities in a manufacturing environment. The role uses a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) to run Direct Computer Control (DCC) programs for each die-cast machine, reviews reports to determine part disposition, performs capability studies, and maintains CMM machines. The technician reads core drawings and customer blueprints, measures parts against requirements, analyzes results, and presents information to the team. The role verifies that work instructions are complete, current, and followed; confirms and documents product conformance to visual standards; and performs floor audits and gage checks according to required frequencies and control plans. The technician supports operator training, initiates containment and corrective action for actual or suspected nonconforming product, and assists in investigating quality issues and recommending improvements. Additional duties include calibrating, repairing, or replacing gages; participating in gage R&R studies; interpreting SPC results; and performing laser-weld repair when required or assigned. Overtime may be required, along with other duties assigned by a supervisor or lead. The position is based at the primary location in Lewisburg, Tennessee. The factory-floor environment may involve exposure to elevated temperatures and noise.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be able to pass powered lift equipment testing.
Ability to understand standards and product specifications.
Basic computing skills, including MS Office.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to use standard measurement and test equipment.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to tolerate exposure to elevated temperatures and noise during periods spent on the factory floor.

Responsibilities

Run Direct Computer Control (DCC) programs on the Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) for each die-cast machine.
Review CMM reports and determine part disposition.
Run capability studies and review study statistics.
Maintain CMM machines.
Read core drawings and customer blueprints; measure parts to verify they meet requirements.
Verify work instructions are complete and current, and that they are being followed.
Confirm and document product conformance to visual standards using applicable work instructions, inspection check sheets, and Quality Alerts.
Support supervisors in training operators to identify nonconformities.
Initiate corrective action and containment when nonconforming product is found or suspected.
Assist with investigating quality issues and recommending improvements or corrective actions.
Perform gage calibration as required, including for calipers, micrometers, bore gages, and thread gages.
Repair or replace damaged gages and participate in or perform gage R&R studies.
Read SPC results and react accordingly.
Perform floor audits and gage checks at the required frequency and according to the control plan.
Analyze quality information and present it to the team.
Perform laser-weld repair when required or assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or lead.