GENERAL SUMMARY :
This position drives continuous improvement of the production manufacturing process by identifying and implementing cost lead-time quality and / or safety improvements through proper development of new products and established production castings. This position includes but is not limited to the ability for development and operation of quality control systems application and analysis of testing and inspection procedures the ability to use metrology and statistical methods to diagnose and correct improper quality control practices and familiarity with quality cost concepts and techniques. This position will interface with other departments as well as customer representatives.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
- Will have a fundamental understanding of quality philosophies principles systems methods tools standards organizational and team dynamics customer expectations and satisfaction training interpersonal relationships improvement systems and professional ethics.
- Review of customer purchase orders drawings and specifications both customer and industry to establish requirements and implement in manufacturing.
- Manage customer change order projects; this includes new product introductions as well as changes to production castings. This includes analysis for dimensional capability recommendations to customers on dimensional tolerancing to improve capability and manage wax injection die tool & other fixtures new construction or rework plans and submission of first article & fixed process documents to customers.
- Assist in the generation of product and process related work instructions as it relates to specification & blue print requirements. Define / update casting inspection plans.
- Disposition internal Discrepant Material Tags. Assist in the processing of MRB and other customer submittals.
- Answer technical & quality related questions from both employees & customers for pre- and post- delivery support.
- Coordinate technical related issues for shipment of product and assist in streamlining part processing. This includes schedule & lead-time cost outgoing quality and safety improvement projects.
- Participate in Quality System and Process audits; both internal and externally driven.
- Assist departments with development and implementation of appropriate corrective action plans to improve overall results. Responsibilities include promoting teaching and presenting quality as a means for system / process improvement and efficiency.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Intermediate & Basic KSAs in the following areas :
Ability to effectively interface with internal customers and outside vendorsAbility to develop plans for process / system improvementsKnowledge of basic statistics and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5)Knowledge of drafting and blueprint readingTechnical knowledge of investment casting and back-end processesAbility to develop presentations and communicate to large groupsAbility to effectively interface with back-end manufacturing wax assembly operators wax molding operatorsBasic understanding of audit process including types of audits reporting results and follow-upBasic knowledge of reliability maintainability and risk management including assessment tools and reportingKnowledge of Quality System specifications and various customer / industry specificationsDemonstrated computer skills to include Excel Access and WordAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writingStrong organizational / planning skills mathematical (statistical) skills analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work with limited supervision complete tasks within required time frames and manage multiple prioritiesAdvanced KSAs in the following areas (Preferred)
Ability to distill technical requirements from customer specs POs and drawings and determine if the process is capableTechnical knowledge of process capabilities gating wax / metal shrink and metallurgical properties of TitaniumFundamental understating of a quality system and its development documentation implementation of domestic and international standards or requirementsAble to develop and implement quality programs including tracking analyzing reporting and problem solvingThorough understanding of problem solving and quality improvement tools and techniques. This includes knowledge of planning tools quality tools preventative and corrective actions and how to overcome barriers to quality improvementsCan acquire and analyze data using appropriate standard quantitative methods across a spectrum of business environments to facilitate process analysis and improvementsKnowledge of failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) advanced product quality planning items (APQP / UPPAP / PPAP)EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent education and experience required. Two to seven years quality systems experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Ability to stand / walk within the manufacturing facility. Ability to communicate write type use and operate office equipment. Ability to exert up to 35 pounds of force to move objects. Ability to work in conditions which may include exposure to noise dust chemicals and varying temperatures.
Note : The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1