Quality Technician – CMM Programmer

Filtration Group Corp•Des Plaines, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for dimensional inspection using CMM, Optical Comparator or other measurement equipment as needed. Responsibilities include Gage Calibrations, gage design, MSA Studies and acting as the key resource in proper gage application. The role also involves training of Auditors in measurement technique/methods as well as a trainer in Gage application, use and care. Providing quality support to manufacturing operations, ensuring the components purchased from suppliers meet engineering requirements.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship Requirement: Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
The company does not provide visa sponsorship or support for employment-based immigration for this position.
Five years experience in CMM / Layout activities using PC-DMIS software
Experience in Gage Control, MSA, Gage Design / Use principles
Experience in tool calibration
Minimum 7 years Manufacturing Engineering / Quality Assurance experience in the automotive industry.
Bachelors' Degree From An Accredited University - Required.
Experience with IATF Standards / APQP Requirements
Experience using Microsoft Software: Word, Excel, Access
Must understand Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T)
Skilled in completing reports; Layout results, etc
Knowledge in outside calibration services (how, credentials, instructions, records)
Excellent Mechanical aptitude for thoughtful layout fixture design.
Ability to communicate with Engineering regarding assigned Projects
Excellent Blueprint Comprehension.
Ability to communicate with people from all levels.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the layout of Annual Validations, per customer and internal requirements.
Responsible for internal layouts to support APQP / Prototype, Capability Studies, “Repeats” (layouts performed as a result of process Tweaking), “Drop In's (unexpected / unplanned layouts, often Urgent), and layouts to support Tooling or act as a tooling resource.
Responsible to provide layout reports and analysis and called upon as a resource to proof Engineering Drawings.
Will provide a variety of metrics as determined by the Quality Coordinator.
Take the lead when outside layout services are necessary by organizing, instructing, and coordinating the layout required.
Will provide these services prints, drawings and instruction.
Responsible to ensure outside layout source capabilities and necessary certifications are available.
Required to review final layout documentation and analysis and provide internal feedback where necessary.
Gage calibrations responsibility includes calibration of fixtures, new & old gages and to have a sound gage recall system.
Responsible to confirm calibration of all purchased new gages. This can be done by document review / certification.
Administrative duties include maintaining gage records, determining calibration frequencies, and to approve Outside sources of calibration and their schedule, documents, and certifications.
Responsible for ensuring MSA activities are performed properly, all reports and studies properly analyzed and filed.
Responsible as a key member in gage design for in process inspection and / or other internal gage needs.
Gauge Design (production / inspection).
Also contribute expertise in gage methods and use.
Act as facility trainer to train individuals / teams in gage use.
Respond to, and fully support, company plant production by ensuring all supplier parts meet engineering requirements.
Ensure commitments (due dates) are realized and high-priority customer-driven due dates are given utmost attention.
Ensure proprietary and confidential technical information is protected when communicating with customers and suppliers.
Other duties and projects completed as assigned by Quality Manager.