SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This position is responsible for measurement, testing and analysis of products and processes, from Receiving Inspection through final Out-of-Box audits. The position will develop part specific inspection plans as well as collect and enter data from various sources, such as Outgoing Quality Audits (OQA), Out-of-Box Audits (OBA) and Capability Studies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Reads and interprets customer and internal prints to determine requirements for inspection. Ability to communicate this information effectively to shop supervisors and operators.
2. Determines critical function points and other quality criteria for new/existing products based on the fabrication process and part design.
3. Performs First Article Inspections, PPAP inspections and Capability Studies and completes required documentation.
4. Records inspection data and audit results in applicable databases.
5. Inspects products at time of receipt and at various points during production for a variety of qualities such as dimensions, performance, etc., utilizing inspection equipment such as micrometer, caliper, CMM, comparator and optical inspection equipment if applicable.
6. May assist with training operators in quality requirements and inspection techniques.
7. Performs routine calibration and cleaning of hand tools and gages, recording all calibrations on PC software.
8. Works within team environment to facilitate improvements on procedures, product enhancements, cost reduction studies, defect investigation and correction, and 6S.
9. Supports and communicates Quality Objectives and non-conformities to Operations and Engineering.
10. Completes non-conforming tickets and aids production in containing non-conforming product.
11. Monitors and reports on QA Hold Area.
12. Performs audits (ISO internal, supplier, Out of Box etc.) and prepares required follow up documentation.
13. May assist with preparing Work Instructions and updating ISO Systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED and one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desirable Certifications: Internal Auditor Certification, ASQ CQI, CQT, or CQA

SCOPE:

This position reports to the Business Unit Manager and has no direct reports.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from production groups.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as the fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.