Quality Lab Technician

Job Title

Primary Key Responsibilities

• Setup, programming, adjustment and operation of laboratory equipment and instruments such as vision system, microscopes, metallograph, mounting press, balance scales, tension/compression force tester, salt spray cabinets, electronic torque drivers, and other test equipment
• Tests materials/products for physical properties (hardness testing, metallurgical properties, and etc)
• Prepare and test samples using metallographic techniques to assure manufactured products conform to specifications
• The use of Measurlink software (SPC charts, X-Bar R Charts, Histograms, Control limits, etc)
• Basic computer skills will be necessary (Microsoft Excel, Word, Email, etc.)
• Records test results on standardized forms and enter data into applicable database
• Cleans and maintains laboratory equipment
• Maintains calibration on all measuring and test equipment used throughout the plant including retaining certifications on file
• Ordering of supplies used for various tests
• Must be able to review, interpret and apply industry standards (ASTM, etc.) and or customer specifications
• Must be able to have a grasp of the following items: first article, in process, final and receiving inspections, will perform different levels of audits
• The use and knowledge of hand tools used for inspection such as calipers, micrometers, scales, and conversion charts and etc.
• The use of comparators and vision systems. (Keyence IM, TM-X)
• Perform dock audits, extended stress testing, PPAP layouts
• Knowledge in SPC data analysis
• Perform 5S responsibilities
• Preparing and presenting quality audit reports to senior management.
• The use of Rockwell hardness testers, the knowledge of and or basic understanding of GD & T and Blueprint reading, as well ISO/TS16949 & ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
• Cross-train with department co-workers to increase the knowledge, flexibility, and efficiency of the overall ITW team.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or a Certification program for metallurgy, metallograph, or metrology preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 years in manufacturing environment of quality assurance/control experience
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, indicators, thickness gages, thread gages, optical comparator, vision measurement system, torque testers, force testers, and Rockwell hardness tester.
• ASQ certification preferred
• Experience with operating a forklift
• Moderate to high computer knowledge
• Great organizational and time management abilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Effectively communicate in a professional demeanor when dealing with the public or any level of employees.
• Ability to safely work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to convert measurements between units preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to work in a team environment or independently
• Ability to work overtime

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demand described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle, or feel, talk, or hear; and smell. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is…