Quality Control Technical Intern

Keihin North America, Inc.; Muncie, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Astemo is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to verify mass production quality systems are operating correctly, audit line stations, and support root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing setting.

The role focuses on quality records, PDCA cycles, and collaboration across departments to reduce waste and improve efficiency in a lean manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2-year related work experience
• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Line/Station and QCS/MCS Audits
• In-house Changes PDCA (Abnormals, Quality Alerts, TWI’s)
• Quality Improvement PDCA (Line Improvement meetings, PCN)
• Perform/Record/Evaluate Monthly Quality Specification Checks
• IATF Auditing
• Other Duties as Assigned

Skills

Decision making

Analytical skills

Reporting to management

Work etiquette

Cross-functional collaboration

Quality knowledge

Cost savings ideas

Communication

Documentation accuracy

GageTrak

CMM

Education

2-year college degree in Mechanical Eng/Tech/Quality

IATF Auditor certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requirements

The purpose of this position is to verify mass production quality systems are running properly. Confirm quality records are completed properly. Support determination of root cause for quality issues and aid in the process of troubleshooting. Sorting of suspect products. Audit mass production line stations. Support activities concerning quality improvement, quality systems development, application, and maintenance of quality standards for industrial processes, materials, and products. This would include assisting all departments in countinous improvement activity to reduce waste related to lean manufacturing and follow up with line side improvements

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Manufacturing Line Support

• Line/Station and QCS/MCS Audits
• In-house Changes PDCA (Abnormals, Quality Alerts, TWI’s)
• Quality Improvement PDCA (Line Improvement meetings, PCN)
• Perform/Record/Evaluate Monthly Quality Specification Checks
• IATF Auditing
• Other Duties as Assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Proven ability to make sound business decisions, exercise good judgment, be highly motivated
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, high level of accuracy
• Confers with and prepares reports for upper management and possibly other Astemo companies
• Maintains clean and orderly work environment
• Interacts with various levels of associates
• Maintains knowledge of all processes, procedures, and equipment within Quality
• Coordinates and recommends cost savings and efficiency ideas for the facility
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of organization needed
• High degree of attention to detail for confirming technical documents
• GageTrak Support – Calibrations
• CMM Operations

Software

• Basic experience required in Windows, MSWord, Excel, and PowerPoint

Qualifications

Requirement

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2-year related work experience
• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Beneficial

• 2-year College Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Technology, or Quality or Other Engineering
• IATF Auditor certification

Workings Conditions

Physical Demands

• Ability to work for long periods of time while sitting
• Standing, walking, and bending for the duration of the workday
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Visual ability to work accurately with detailed information and a computer screen
• Full Motor Skills

Travel

Requires less than 5% travel

Equipment Used

• Personal Computer
• Basic Measuring Devices

Why Astemo?

At Astemo, Harmony, Sincerity and Pioneering Spirit are practiced values -- we respect each other, never pass the buck and work creatively to accomplish our mission.Our people are given exciting opportunities to develop and grow in a truly international business, where they are proud to be part of a collaborative and innovative team. Diversity & Inclusion is valued to build and leverage an inclusive work environment and embrace diversity to unlock our full potential. We believe that this will give us the strength to drive great innovations to create new values for people, vehicles and the society, and to unlock our full potential to become a global leader in everything we do.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.