Containment Associate

JTEKT Column Systems NA; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

JTEKT Column Systems NA in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, seeks a Quality Inspector to conduct audits of finished products before shipment. Responsibilities include performing Containment Inspections, ensuring proper identification of parts, handling non-conforming materials, and supporting manufacturing quality issues. Qualifications include a high school diploma, two years in manufacturing, and proficiency in basic measurement equipment. This is a full-time position with expected extended hours and some travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years in manufacturing experience required.
• Able to use basic measurement equipment such as calipers and mics.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform Containment Inspection per applicable work instructions.
• Ensure containment actions are carried out when inspection failures occur.
• Record significant events in the Quality Department Daily Activity Log.

Skills

Basic measurement equipment

Good organization skills

Good communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Quality Supervisor.

Purpose

Perform audits of finished product prior to shipment to the Customer.

Conduct Containment inspection and quality support.

Provide support to Manufacturing in regards to quality issues.

Authority

Ensure completion of Containment Inspection per applicable procedures and work instructions. Affect processes when needed.

Responsibilities

Containment Inspection

• Perform Containment Inspection per the Containment Inspection Instructions, considering shipping schedules, per applicable work instructions.
• Completion of Containment Inspection Sort sheets.
• Ensure containment actions are carried out when inspection failures occur.
• Ensure appropriate part identification and inspection status are present before release of product.

Handling of non-conforming material

• Defect verification.
• Identify suspect material per applicable work instructions.
• Containment and notification to internal departments.
• NCMT issuance.

General

• Assist in Process/Product capability studies as assigned.
• Participate on problem solving/continuous improvement teams as assigned.
• Record significant events in Quality Department Daily Activity Log.
• Support special builds and safe launch containment when necessary.
• Support manufacturing with containment activities as needed (supplier sorts and non-conforming material).
• Other duties as assigned.

Measurements/Competencies

• Accomplishment of set goals, including documentation, organization, and timeliness.
• Performance in areas of responsibility (including Internal Audit performance).

Supervisor Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. May occasionally work in hot or cold temperatures. May occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Two years in manufacturing.
• Able to use basic measurement equipment (calipers, mics., etc.).
• Good organization skills.
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Self-motivated.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of standing and performing repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift up to 32 pounds at a time.
• Must have manual dexterity in order to assemble products or machines as directed.
• Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to differentiate between colored wires, tabs, and electronic components.
• Must wear gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes, and ear protection, per the Elemental Operations Instructions Safety Points.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a full time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. This position regularly requires extended hours and possible weekend work.

Travel

Travel may be required.

EEO Statement

It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex in all personnel actions including recruitment, evaluation, selection, promotion, compensation, training and termination. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.