Calibration Tool Tech- 1st shift- Req. 18206

About the role

The Calibration/Tool Technician is responsible for the calibration and maintenance of all specified in-house gauging equipment; setup and maintain the schedule of all outside vendor calibration, including yearly price quotes; use of CMM for gauge/fixture/tool verifications and incoming inspection of raw material components; verification of perishable tooling; quarterly in-house product testing and reporting per customer and product specifications; ECAP/PPAP/Capability/Gauge R&R studies per schedule; input and monthly reporting of SPC data; investigation of customer returns; and assignments or special projects per Leader/Engineer/Manager. The Calibration/Tool Technician must be able to perform all aspects of a Quality Technician, and be trained to support in the Raw Materials Lab, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to EH&S policy endorsed by local management, comply with legal and other requirements and operational controls established under the EHS Management System (EHSMS), work toward achieving established objectives and targets, and conform to procedures consistent with ISO and OHSAS standards
• Report and, if necessary, stop any activity that does not conform to policy or may cause injury
• Understand how role affects customer satisfaction and product safety
• Follow all safety rules at all times, using all PPE as required daily; maintain proactive attention to safety, including keeping work area clean and healthy
• Inspect all equipment prior to use and report any discrepancies immediately
• Perform according to the company's values
• Follow all work instructions, both written and verbal, along with direction from the quality manager and engineer
• Organize and prioritize workloads to meet necessary deadlines; give advance notice and arrangements to complete tasks in case of foreseeable absences
• Conduct calibration and verification of tooling and gauging, analysis of products and processes, including lab testing, maintenance of laboratory and gauging equipment, product testing, SPC charting, record keeping, and problem solving
• Keep all laboratory/calibration equipment and quality assurance areas clean and orderly according to the department's 5S standards

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Successful passing of pre-employment basic skills tests and Quality Calibration Analysis Test
• 2-4 years of manufacturing experience
• Quality Technician or equivalent experience
• Valid Driver's License to obtain a forklift license
• Above average computer skills
• Basic knowledge of dimensional specifications
• Solid reading, writing and mathematics skills including decimals and fractions
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to read and interpret precise measuring instruments and prints

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education is preferred
• Must have proven record of successfully and effectively working with limited supervision
• Responsible and trustworthy individual