Quality Lab Associate for Precision Auto Parts

Job Description

Job Description

TACTICAL SUMMARY

• Coordinate precision lab daily workflow to support company objectives
• Assure precision lab equipment is operating properly
• Prioritize daily tasks within the precision lab to assure the daily, weekly and monthly measurement are completed on time and meet production requirements
• Supports the scheduling of die confirmation activity for new and repaired dies to meet company and departmental needs
• Able to determine best method to verify products based off actual parts and drawings
• Determines need for new equipment and fixtures to improve measurement capabilities
• Writes CMM programs for all production parts, gauges and equipment as required
• Completes new model measurement requirements and submits reports for full layout data and capability studies
• Compile and summarize measurement data to support analysis including capability studies as requested
• Supports production engineers to adjust machining and assembly processes
• Communicates with manufacturing departments to assure proper disposition of suspect or out of standard product
• Assist on in-house parts quality procedures, standards and/or specifications
• Calibrate and maintain computerized testing equipment
• Determine overall parts quality by using computerized testing equipment
• Communicate to staff, the collection and analysis of New Model event, production and sample data
• Follow measuring standards by reading blueprints
• Provide support confirming manufacturing specifications are compliant with company standards
• Work with production staff to ensure proper procedures are followed for quality purposes
• Work closely with Technical Planning Group
• Assist in schedule and countermeasure findings for Internal Audits
• Support in creating and issuing Quality Assurance documents which include but not limited to PFMEA, PQCT, Quality Inspection Standards and Check Sheets
• Log and track part quality information in Plex
• Confirm materials are correct for operating Die Cast machines
• Operate and maintain testing equipment/machines: sander, polisher, xray, crush, cut and micro structure
• Process knowledge to know what area/department to communicate with
• All other assigned duties

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education

• Technical Education or any combination of equivalent experience and education

1. Experience

• Preferred minimum of 1 year related work

1. Computer Skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Plex
• Email

1. Personal/Other Skills

• Oral and written communication skills, decent interpersonal skills as well as organizational abilities.
• Able to manage a project with minimal assistance to achieve milestones and project goals
• Some process knowledge of the manufacturing areas covered.
• Some knowledge of the materials, i.e.: production/quality/reporting forms, visual boards, etc.
• Positive attitude and approach in a changing environment.
• Ability to take initiative, to meet deadlines, to maintain confidentiality and to work in a team environment.
• Background in computer programming, CNC programming or other related skills

1. Travel Requirement

• Some travel required.