Quality Validation Lab Technician (Plant 2, 3rd Shift)

Ryobi Die Casting • Shelbyville, IN

80d

About The Position

Ryobi Die Casting (USA), Inc. is a leading provider in the die casting market for the global automotive industry. We specialize in the manufacturing of aluminum castings (transmissions, subframes, and more) for a diverse set of organizations; our biggest consumers being Ford, GM, Toyota, and Honda. Our campus in Shelbyville, Indiana employs over 1,000 people who are dedicated to producing high-quality parts that are delivered on-time. This is a commitment that has been frequently recognized through our Excellence in Delivery and Quality and General Motors Supplier of the Year awards. As a member of the Ryobi team, you will play a large role in producing high-quality, technically complex aluminum casting products for the automotive industry. We believe in partnering with our community and fostering relationships to ensure collective success.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in quality control or inspection processes preferred.
• Familiarity with CNC programming and operation is a plus.
• Ability to operate inspection equipment such as FPI Equipment, X-ray Machines, and Leak Testers.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in completing paperwork and inspections.
• Ability to work in a team environment and assist in problem resolution.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the automotive manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and recycling procedures.
• Familiarity with Kaizen and 5S methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for processing and inspection of FPI, Destructive Machined and/or X-rayed products to ensure that they are visually and functionally acceptable per applicable QAC documentation.
• Participates in the safety, quality, and housekeeping programs as established within the plant; including but not limited to Kaizen, Safety Committee, 5S, etc.
• Performs job tasks to reduce environmental impact and adheres to the environmental regulations and recycling procedures for waste disposal.
• Complies with all plant rules, safety regulations and job hazard analysis requirements.
• Operates FPI Equipment, X-ray Machines, Destructive Machining CNC's and Leak Testers for casting inspection.
• Inspect castings for acceptance to applicable standards.
• Notifies appropriate Quality Control area when castings are not acceptable or suspect to the standards.
• Completes all required paperwork with great accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Assists production supervisors and engineers in the resolution of problems.
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Provides technical engineering support to machining systems, equipment, tooling, and personnel.
• Understands and is capable to properly use and/or edit CNC programs.
• Assists with troubleshooting CNC equipment and programs.
• Assists with maintaining process control and preventive maintenance (PM) schedule.
• Able to use current records to document daily program or maintenance changes/improvements.
• Have knowledge of tooling and be able to change out several different standard types of tooling.
• Be able to perform basic CNC and fixture repair.
• Also work closely with Maintenance Department as required.
• Identifies and implements process improvement opportunities.

Benefits

• On-Site Health Clinic
• Tuition Reimbursement
• US Department of Labor Apprenticeship Programs (Company Paid)
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
• Employee Tool Purchase Plan
• Company-Paid Uniforms
• Annual Profit Incentive Program
• 401(k) with Company Match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED