Quality Technician II

Toray Advanced Composites USA,Inc•Fairfield, CA

4h•$25 - $36

About The Position

The Quality Technician II will support Toray’s quality team in one or more phases of the lab. In this role, the Quality Technician II will uphold Toray’s quality standards which are set in place by the organization, customers, and management. Roles and responsibilities are subject to change. Quality Technician Level Breakdown: Level Description III: Competent in 3 or more lab phases, or Mastery of 2 lab phases and competent in another. II: Competent in 2 or more lab phases, or Mastery of 1 lab phase and competent in another. I: Entry level to attain competency in 1 or more phases of the lab.

Requirements

Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
At least 2 years of experience working with composites or productions or quality
Must be capable of lifting up to 25 lbs.
Basic computer skills (MS Suite) required
Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions for machine operation
Must be able to communicate clearly (written and verbally) in English
Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions by reviewing SOPs and customer specification
Understand basic laboratory terminology
Understand weights and measurements in metrics and standard units
Ability to operate calipers, micrometers, and scale
Able to work and communicate as a team
Maintain work areas in a neat, orderly, and safe manner
Excellent attendance; ability to work overtime, weekends, and off shifts when needed
Familiarity with composite materials, specifically carbon fiber and fiberglass composites
Knowledge of time and temperature-sensitive (TATS) materials
Use of Microsoft Excel workbooks and Microsoft Access to record and report data
Ability to read and follow written Lab Request instructions
Communicate discrepancies or non-conformances to Supervisor and/or Quality Engineer
Strong ethic regarding data integrity
Usage of FIFO “first in, first out” for self-scheduling assignments
Record and document work performed each day in a “pass down” email to the supervisor if working off shifts

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of PCDMIS CAD ++ inspection software (preferred)

Responsibilities

Document incoming material traceability information into Toray’s database
Use of ply cutter to kit plies of prepreg required for panels
Layup prepreg panels for acceptance testing per documented test plans
Layup test coupons with resin films, foams, and other aerospace materials
Program cures into the digital oven and autoclave and record the collected data
Use scales, calipers, and other devices to measure the size of prepreg/other samples
Use ovens/furnaces to perform prepreg testing
Use acids (acetone/NMP) to perform prepreg testing
Visually or otherwise inspect prepreg specimens to outlined criteria
Knowledge of machining best practices for composite materials
Familiar with industry-standard tolerances for coupon geometry
Use calipers and micrometers to ensure cut coupons meet required tolerances
Prepare samples through abrading, cleaning, and application of adhesive for testing
Maintain coupon traceability throughout multiple machining operations
Use calipers/micrometers to properly report the dimensions of test samples
Ensure test coupons meet required tolerances
Use Instron test frames to test specimens
Able to use Blue Hill software to perform testing
Perform mechanical tests on prepared samples to ASTM/other industry standards
Troubleshoot minor issues with test setups/test frame configurations
Apply strain gages to the surface of test coupons.
Use calipers/micrometers/scales to properly report the dimensions of test samples
Be familiar with the use of acids (sulfuric/nitric/MEK) to perform sample digestions
Use ovens/furnaces to cure or perform burn-offs for testing
Use of CEM microwave digestion system to perform acid digestion
Use of Pycnometer and processes to perform density testing
Use calipers/micrometers to properly report the dimensions of test samples
Use of ovens/furnaces to perform testing
Ensure test coupons meet required tolerances
Use of Rheometer and Dynamic Mechanical Analysis to perform testing to ASTM/other industry standards.
Use of Thermal Mechanical Analysis (TMA) to perform testing to ASTM/other industry standards.
Use of Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) to perform testing to ASTM/other industry standards.
Use of High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to perform testing to ASTM/other industry standards.
Use of Fourier-Transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) to perform testing to ASTM/other industry standards.
Perform required routine validations on equipment
Troubleshoot minor issues related to equipment configurations and sample loading.
Inspection of incoming and outgoing products to engineering specifications using basic test and measuring equipment
Ability to work with handheld gauges, such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, thread gauges, etc.
Ability to work with Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) and Portable Coordinate Measurement Machine (PCMM).
Knowledge of PCDMIS CAD ++ inspection software (preferred)
Familiar with CAD models (IGES, Step, Solidworks, Catia)
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and know definitions of critical, major, and minor characteristics using (ASME Y14.5) Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) discipline
Ability to measure parts and determine if they are meeting print specifications
Inspect first part against each measurement as indicated on print. Verify acceptable tolerance. Indicate completed inspection on the corresponding inspection record
Experience with engineering drawings & tolerance, standards & specifications in accordance with (ASME Y14.5) Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Choose and check the calibration of the inspection equipment to be used
Perform visual and dimensional inspection of purchased parts, tight tolerance machined parts, stamped and fabricated parts, components, assemblies, and materials.
Perform first article inspection, incoming, in-process, and final inspections on new and revised parts
Generate, distribute, and file inspection reports as required
Document non-conforming products when detected. Attach Red Tag and/or Red NC tags to the non-conforming product
Timely completion of all paperwork associated with the position including NC tags
Complete and maintain all documentation per customer and/or internal requirements
Responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all work performed
Follow safety procedures for PPE (personal protection equipment)
Properly dispose of hazmat waste
Maintain a clean working environment through a “clean as you go” mentality