Gage Engineer - 2nd shift

Sdmsconnect; Flint (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Shively Bros. Inc. is seeking a Gage Engineer to support manufacturing operations, ensuring gage designs align with company standards. The role coordinates gage R&R studies, maintains gage databases, and certifies gages used in the plant, while collaborating with quality stakeholders and gage service providers.

The position requires strong problem solving, attention to detail, and experience with GD&T and CMM-related tasks. Training will be provided to plant personnel on gaging methods.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive manufacturing environments preferred.
• Experience with gage R&R studies and calibration tracking.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Gage Trak or equivalent database usage and completeness.
• Identify improvements to gages and calibration frequencies from data.
• Create reports for gage recertification and track repair history.
• Coordinate gage certification and vendor relationships.
• Assist floor personnel with CMM issues and gage recalls.
• Report Non-Conformances and participate in root-cause investigations.
• Provide training on gaging techniques and measurements.

Skills

Gage calibration

GD&T understanding

CMM troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Manufacturing experience

Safety awareness

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Gage Trak

CMM tools

Job description

The Gage Engineer supports the manufacturing operations and confirms that the functional gage designs are consistent with the company standards. They assist and coordinate gage R&R studies and tracking and certifying all gages used within the plant by working closely with all customer stakeholders related to quality and gaging. The Gage Engineer also maintains a positive relationship with gage related vendors and service providers. This person will also coordinate gage certification and approval and ensure plant personnel are trained on gaging techniques and measurements

Key Responsibilities

• Tasks listed are not meant to be all-encompassing:
• Maintain usage and completeness of the plant Gage Trak or applicable database
• Identify possible improvements to existing gages
• Create reports to manage gage recertification
• Track the repair history of gages
• Track costs associated with premature failures of non-calibrated gages
• Make recommendations on increasing or decreasing the frequency of calibrations based on historical data
• Retrieve quotes for costs effectiveness of repairing gages
• Manage vendor relationships
• Assist the plant in trouble shooting any issues for the floor CMM's
• Assist the Plant Maintenance group in the repair and troubleshooting of failing gages
• Attend all required cross-functional meetings
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Report and document Non-Conformances, Corrective Actions, and Continuous Improvements
• Maintain safety and good housekeeping standards for the site
• Make decisions within the limits of general standards or procedures
• Report near misses and incidents and cooperate with investigations
• Demonstrate and exemplify the Shively Bros. Inc. Core Values
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T specifications
• Perform gage program modifications
• Complete layered audits of floor gages on a monthly basis
• Efficiently repair most mechanical and electronic gages
• Participate in gage recall and certification tracking activities

Key Skills

• Ability to work with little to no supervision
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work well with others, exhibiting teamwork
• Good computer and systems knowledge
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to multitask
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrate proficiency in diagnostic skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of gaging methods and terminology
• Demonstrate an understanding of mechanical drawings
• Knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures
• Experience in manufacturing in the automotive industry
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at a time
• Must be able to access, navigate, and work within a manufacturing facility that may or may not be temperature controlled

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and growth