Quality Lead, Fabrication

About the role

The Quality Lead, Fabrication coordinates activities of workers engaged in inspecting and testing materials or products for conformance to blueprint specifications and works in conjunction with Engineering to develop inspection methods that meet or exceed customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Understands and observes all necessary safety procedures
• Supervises and oversees all quality control / inspection operations
• Manages and enforces procedures for disposition of discrepant material
• Frequently reviews all correspondence and responds to all requests in a timely manner
• Aids subordinates or co-workers in resolving technical problems
• Uses statistical process control techniques when required
• Collaborates across departments and with Quality Manager to investigate defective parts to improve the process
• Completes all necessary job-related paperwork in a concise and timely manner
• Collaborates with Engineering to create Master Inspection documentation for First Piece, In Process and Final Inspections
• Keeps Management informed of all major department issues or concerns related to inspection, performance or any issue that could negatively affect the company's operation
• Recommends methods to working conditions, processes and use of equipment that would improve efficiency and reduce material and labor waste
• Accurately communicates all necessary inspection staffing and equipment issues to all shifts
• Interprets and enforces all supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures, and applicable laws
• Performs personnel tasks in consultation with Quality Manager to assist Human Resources Department as needed

Requirements

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence as needed
• Proficient in the use of all department and inspection equipment
• Advanced math skills related to manufacturing environment
• Excellent knowledge of standard inspection variables like thread, knurling, hardness finish operations
• Understanding and following the company's certification policies and standards
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills required to schedule work assignments and prioritize urgent matters
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Associate-level degree or equivalent in quality related functions required
• Apprenticeship, formal training, college course work or continuing education required
• 3 or more years previous work experience in related machining and inspection environment. Previous supervisory experience preferred

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, or walk the duration of shift, 8-10 hours
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Sometimes exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Sometimes exposed to fumes or airborne particles resulting from metalworking coolants and oils

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays (9 per year)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with strong employer match
• Company paid life insurance & AD&D
• 100% tuition reimbursement for job relation classes
• PPE reimbursement

Pay

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Schedule

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