Final Lab Technician Quality Lead - 1st Shift

Essential Functions Responsible for directing and assisting quality teams in obtaining efficient operation of the quality activities. Responsible for directing laboratory inspections, gauge calibration and maintaining a clear record of quality. Maintain a customer focus (quality and on-time delivery are priority.) Assure a safe and healthful workplace and direct activities of quality technicians. Show by example a commitment to employee involvement, participative management, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Responsible for ensuring compliance with company policies, AS9100, Nadcap, and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements. Comply with all EHS rules and regulations and supervisory instructions. Work in a safe manner that promotes the health and well-being of the individual and the environment. Report all incidents including injuries, spills, fires, property damage, and near misses to the Quality Manager, EHS Manager, and/or Supervisor. Establish procedures for laboratory housekeeping and 5S implementation. Participate as a Safety Committee member and ensure team are issuing Injury Free Event (IFE) reports. Direct the quality teams in evaluating quality of products to meet the customer’s quality and on-time delivery requirements. Assist in setting and achieving productivity and quality targets for the various teams. Prepare daily production reports, have Human Performance Meetings with team, and update all communication boards upon review with team members. Ensure all required inspections and tests are performed in a timely manner. Generate Certified Test Reports (CTR) and maintain laboratory and inspection records. Schedule/approve overtime, vacations, and other personnel administrative requests. Support Cross-Training needs and ensure all areas are covered. Coach teams in their continuous improvement efforts. Provide oversight and search for order/paperwork errors prior to releasing to Shipping Ensure testing equipment is operational, and any issues are remedied in a timely manner Ensure all gaging/tooling is conforming and available for use to avoid any inspection delays Properly disperse the workload among the technicians Perform other tasks as needed in support of group teams and leaders. #J-18808-Ljbffr Howmet Aerospace