DPF Quality Specialist
Position Summary
The DPF Quality Specialist II is an essential role within the DPF Program. The primary responsibilities of this role include examining DPFs, performing quality tests, and determining whether a unit is suitable for cleaning. This position is crucial for the DPF Program's mission to produce high-quality DPFs at the lowest cost.
Major Responsibilities
DPF Quality Control
- Visually inspect DPFs and perform quality tests to determine flow restriction and cell integrity using pin gauges, a borescope, and flow testing equipment
- With supervisory oversight, make informed decisions on whether a DPF can be cleaned and reused or should be disposed of
- Follow all quality measurement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure the highest quality DPFs are produced
- Ensure Penske quality standards meet or exceed current DOT/EPA/GHG guidelines
Performing DPF Cleaning and Repair
- Associate will be trained and will perform two standard cleaning procedures
- Operate pneumatic equipment to clean DPFs using proper nozzles and patterns based on unit specifications
- Complete quality tests following the pneumatic cleaning process to determine whether the DPF meets Penske specifications
- Operate a thermal oven as needed for additional cleaning, including safely operating a kiln and adhering to all proper usage procedures
Assisting in Basic Warehouse Management Tasks in a Team Environment
- Perform various operational and warehouse tasks to maintain the flow of the DPF process
- Tasks include, but are not limited to: removing stickers from scrap barrel lids, prepping paperwork and gaskets for the kitting process, using hand tools to grind DPF surfaces, packaging failed DPFs for shipment, and unbarreling DPFs for receiving and shipping
- Maintain a clean workstation by mitigating soot buildup on all surfaces daily
- Apply 5S methodology to personal workstation and work area
Data Entry
- Frequently use a computer for data entry and decision documentation
- Document all quality tests and measurements in Salesforce
- Maintain a high level of accuracy and efficiency in all data entry tasks
Qualifications
- HS Diploma or GED required
- 2 years of operational, manufacturing, or warehouse experience required; 2 years of automotive or diesel experience may be substituted in lieu of the above
- Ability to operate and maintain equipment required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite
- Strong documentation and data collection skills
- Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to keep work areas and inventory clean and tidy
- Must be a team player and willing to assist teammates as needed
- Introductory understanding of engine, drive-train, and body parts
- Able to perform moderate to heavy lifting
- Able to understand and use hand tools
Physical Requirements
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines
- The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms
- The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 45lbs/20kg
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions
Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Job Category
Operations Management
Job Family
Operations