QA Technician I

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Audubon (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation in Minnesota is seeking a precision inspector to perform metrology tasks and calibrate gages, supporting manufacturing and engineering teams.

This role entails First Article inspections, capability studies, Gage R&R studies, basic CMM inspections under supervision, and keeping accurate documentation for audits in a quality-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• One year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision inspection of production products and perform Calibration of gages.
• Provide metrology support to manufacturing and engineering.
• Perform First Article inspections.
• Perform capability studies.
• Perform Gage R&R studies.
• Perform basic CMM inspections under guidance.
• Perform basic calibration, gage setup and repair under guidance.
• Prepare documentation for Final Audits.
• Coordinate containment and tagging of Nonconforming product.

Skills

Measurement equipment

Reading instructions

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

InfoPath-type software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

InfoPath-type software

Job description

Description

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Purpose: Perform precision inspection of production products and perform Calibration of gages

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Ensure a safe work environment for self and others. Follows all safety rules and regulations. Demonstrate commitment to safety program.
• To provide metrology support and assistance to manufacturing and engineering
• Perform First Article inspections
• Perform capability studies
• Perform Gage R&R studies
• Perform basic CMM inspections as assigned and under guidance of QA Tech II or QE
• Perform basic calibration, gage set up and repair as assigned and under guidance of QA Tech II or QE.
• Preform and complete documentation for Final Audits
• Coordinate containment and tagging of Nonconforming product. Generate Nonconformance Reports
• Comply with all Work Instructions
• Comply with client's Quality Management System
• Generate and release Certification of Compliance
• Review and supply inspection data using applicable software and or forms
• Participate in cross-functional teams as needed
• Demonstrate commitment to the TEAM Industries Quality Management system and Objectives.
• Promote a positive atmosphere. Actively support activities that promote the welfare and morale of TEAM employees.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• One year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must have a valid driver's license

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience to accurately operate standard measurement equipment
• Ability to read and follow instructions, correspondence and memos
• Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one and small group settings
• Using computer software - Microsoft Office, Outlook, and infopath-type software

Training:

• Reference OJT

Physical Demands

• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs, occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 lbs, rarely lifting up to 40 lbs
• Ability to stand up to 100% of shift
• Ability to do repetitive movements (i.e. bending, twisting, walking)

See Functional Job Description for complete demands