Mechanical Inspector

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Under general supervision, performs product inspection and/or audits of quality assurance programs. Performs sampling and testing of incoming components and raw materials and packaging line and manufacturing inspections. Inspects and tests product manufactured or processed by suppliers to ensure conformance to requirements and specifications. Identifies material and processes as conforming or nonconforming. Writes simple reports of findings for review. Enters required data into system.

Follows established procedures on routine work, minimal guidance on established procedures. Will receive instruction on new assignments.

• Analyze and interpret drawings, data, manuals, and other materials to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustment and certification methods, formulas, and measuring instruments required.

• Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications which include mechanical, electrical and/or chemical inspections.

• Notify supervisors and other personnel of production problems, and assist in identifying and correcting these problems.

• Discuss inspection results with those responsible for products, and recommend necessary corrective actions.

• Record inspection or test data, such as weights, temperatures, grades, or moisture content, and quantities inspected or graded.

• Mark items with details such as grade or acceptance-rejection status.

• Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.

• Compare colors, shapes, textures, or grades of products or materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards.

• Write test or inspection reports describing results, recommendations, or needed repairs.

• Prepare first article reports and enter required data into computer

• Document inspection findings and complete rejection reports.

• Ensure raw materials, in-process and finished products meet company standards.

• May apply approval or rejection labels to bulk raw materials once analytical data is evaluated.

• May assess draft and final label copy, utilizing knowledge of labeling regulations

• Minimize down time by reducing production rework and recalls.

• Follow established process/procedures for discarding or rejecting products, materials, or equipment not meeting specifications.

• Other duties as assigned.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities but may include providing technical leadership to lower-level technicians.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Collects and researches data;

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
  Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
  Works well in group problem solving situations.

• Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities;
  Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

• Oral/Written Communication – Listen and get clarification;
  Responds well to questions;
  Records Data;
  Writes clearly and informatively;
  Able to read and interpret written information.

• Teamwork – Gives and welcomes feedback;
  Contributes to building a positive team spirit;
  Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

• Ethics – Treats people with respect;
  Works with integrity and ethically.

• Organizational Support – Follow policies and procedures;
  Support organization’s goals and values.

• Planning/Organizing – Use time efficiently.

• Professionalism – Approach others in a tactful…