Laboratory Tech Inspector

Duties & Responsibilities

• Counsels on and makes the necessary allowable adjustments to the Manufacturing operating process to maintain the processes within acceptable limits.
• Identifies and reports any controlled process that is discovered to be operating outside of the allowable operating limits to the Quality Manager.
• Works with Cell members to resolve issues, and problems, including safety concerns, with the daily operation of special processes.
• Works with Cell members to improve the equipment and/or Process to increase the efficiency of the existing special processes, which are performed in a Cell.
• Aides in the development of the new Quality procedures to support the implementation of new processes at Ducommun or in the Cell.
• Trains others on the proper method for the calibrations of tools used in Cell.
• Maintains Master Calibration information records for all inspection hand tools in the training database.
• Maintains consumables used in the laboratory, obtains quotes, and submits requisitions to maintain stock as needed.
• Coordinates calibration and testing services performed by outside contractors and interprets and documents the results.
• Prepares, processes, and tests material samples for initial and periodic process qualification.
• Performs metallographic inspection for lot acceptance testing to support Manufacturing.
• Investigates test failures and documents associated root cause/corrective action activity.
• Interacts with auditors from customers and industry organizations which evaluate Company processes and participates in internal pre-audit assessments.
• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime as necessary.
• Acceptable attendance is an essential function of the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required by the position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university; or two to three years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, common fractions and decimals, and to use ratios and percentages.
• Ability to present data using MS PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures.
• Must be willing and able to communicate professionally to individuals, in a group setting, across all organizational levels.
• Team-oriented with an understanding of Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Interprets and explains inspection criteria.
• Ability to use a variety of precision measuring tools.
• Ability to read, understand, edit and create Standard Operating Procedures.