Quality Technician - 1st Shift

Bonnell Aluminum•Niles, MI

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Technician is responsible for maintaining files in the Quality Assurance Department, including Billet Analysis Sheets, Bonnell Customer-Approved Prints, Material Inspection Reports, Calibration Records, Quality Audit Reports, and ISIR Paperwork. This role also involves handling any additional quality-related information required for inspections, working independently and as part of a team, assisting other personnel, and performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor. The technician must report any equipment or other problems to the Supervisor and always work safely, wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). A clean and clutter-free workstation is essential, along with the ability to participate in a collaborative environment and comply with safety policies and procedures. The role also includes accepting feedback to ensure bundles meet safety standards and completing special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Able to read and understand inspection tools (Micrometers, calipers, comparator).
Able to use Webster Hardness Tester.
HS Diploma/GED
Must also pass a skills-based test.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work efficiently and effectively; self-motivated; self-starter.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Must be conscientious, diplomatic, and detail-oriented.
Must pass a company background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

Maintain files in the Quality Assurance Department (Billet Analysis Sheets, Bonnell Customer-Approved Prints, Material Inspection Reports, Calibrations Records, Quality Audit Reports, ISIR Paperwork).
Handle any additional quality-related information that may be required in the performance of inspection.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Assist other personnel and perform other duties as required per supervisor.
Inform the Supervisor of any equipment problems or any other problems.
Work in a safe manner always wearing all required Proper Protective Equipment (PPE).
Maintain a clean, clutter-free workstation.
Participate in a collaborative environment.
Comply with safety policies and procedures.
Accept feedback from the Team Leader to ensure the bundles meet safety standards.
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned.
Perform Mechanical (Pull) tests on the Tensile Machine and report findings to the Customer when requested.
Maintain all Quality Assurance tools.
Verify that all inspection tools are calibrated and functioning properly.
Order and maintain inspection tools for all other departments.
Perform Quality Audits for receiving in-process and outgoing material.
Review Inspection Reports with Extrusion Department to ensure the accuracy of information.
Understand and coordinate the operation of the optical comparator.
Use a comparator to complete ISIR requests.
Use a comparator for PPAP requests.
Use a comparator for daily inspections as necessary.
Assist the Extrusion Department in quality inspections when required.
Maintain Die and Fabrication Print Files within the quality office.