QA Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Data recording and verification of the results of the following inspections: First Piece Sheets, Trend Charts, Layer check sheets, Shift Reports, Gauge R&R, Homogenizer Temperature Levels, Heat Treat Error Reports, Florescent Penetrant Daily Inspection Check Sheet, Heat Treat Tensile Log
• Proficient with metrology tools such as calipers, digital indicators, micrometers, conductivity meters, refractometer and profilometer
• Able to learn and memorize all QAD parts by name, number, customer and alloy
• Aware and adhere to any active quality alerts or customer requirements
• Familiar with Forging and EP processes and operating procedures to ensure SOP’s and work instructions are being followed
• Able to perform master curves using spectrometry equipment
• Able to perform and record data obtained from Etch Rate testing
• Able to perform hardness testing with Brinell hardness equipment for SB
• Able to pass white light and black light certification (180 Hours of training)
• Provide feedback of the inspection results to all levels of management
• Ability to problem solve with limited supervision and communicate findings in a clear and concise manner
• Follow all department safety rules and regulations including facility PPE requirements
• Organizing and maintaining parts awaiting 3rd party sort by QAD number
• Proficient in QAD Systems to locate, transfer, make labels and ensure all products are in designated locations
• Able to read and understand scrap codes and use PuTTY to transfer parts to and from hold locations
• Gaging of parts throughout plant floor
• Microsoft compatible to email and excel reports as needed
• Updates job knowledge by studying trends in and developments in quality management; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations

Skills & Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Excellent problem solving and time management
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work well in a multi-cultural environment
• Basic math
• Ability to read and comprehend basic English
• Ability to follow instructions
• Excellent attention to detail
• Self-motivated to ensure all tasks have been performed