Wax Process Auditor LPCS 260

MISSION:

To inspect wax components in all stages of manufacture in order to determine compliance with written work instructions. To audit a random sample of wax patterns identify defects send the patterns back to the proper teams for correction and document the problems found. To improve the process knowledge and skills of wax employees with feedback on findings proper methods and written procedures. To monitor equipment used in the wax process to verify compliance with written operating instructions. To record and analyze process data for use by engineers manufacturing management and employees on the shop floor. To help generate solutions to process problems and to assist in the revision of process documentation.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Audit of Product

Objective: Inspect a sample of completed wax patterns and wax components in the molding dimensional cleaning assembly framing and gating operations for visual defects and violations of work instructions.

Essential Job Functions:

visual inspection of product using tools such as radius gauges levels lights and mirrors. Knowledge of dimensional tools such as UTT and measuring instruments is helpful. Knowledge of work instructions is essential.

observations in the computer database for use by engineers and manufacturing supervision.

and submits a process variance notice where applicable.

personal feedback to operators on defects found and applicable work instructions.

meet with work team to point out chronic problems and lead in seeking a solution. Applies facilitation skills to gain problem resolution.

2. Audit of Process

Objective: Audit employees performing operations in the wax area to verify compliance to written work instructions.

Essential Job Functions:

time with operators and observes how the process is performed referring to the technique card and other applicable documentation.

observations in the computer database for use by engineers and manufacturing supervision. Alerts supervision to situations that would make it impossible for operators to follow written instructions (mechanical problems outdated instructions etc.). Assists in document revision where indicated.

and submits a process variance notice where applicable.

personal feedback to operators on deviations found and applicable work instructions.

meet with work team to point out chronic problems and lead in seeking a solution. Facilitation skills are helpful.

3. KCC Audit

Objective: Audit process key control characteristics in the wax area.

Essential Job Functions:

test equipment such as thermocouples pH meters and test dies to audit process KCCs.

observations in the computer database for use by engineers and manufacturing supervision. Alert supervision to deviations.

and submit a process variance notice where applicable.

4. Special Projects

Objective: Assist process engineering and manufacturing in data collection or other activities necessary to complete a special project.

Objective: Work in a safe manner. Alert other employees who place themselves in an unsafe situation.

Essential Job Functions:

into documentation practices which insure worker safety.

documentation requires/reminds workers of safe practices.

TRAINING:

is provided on the job.

course must be completed successfully.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:

mastery of at least one of the wax core skills: molding dimensional cleaning assembly or framing.

skills in the area of spreadsheets and word processing. SPC training is desirable.

to read and interpret work instructions.

of wax area policies and procedures.

to work independently plan time and solve problems with minimum supervision.

communication and interpersonal skills.

knowledge of pattern inspection.

to work effectively within a team environment.

Required Experience:

IC