Quality Technician

Crane Company; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k with company match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Crane Aerospace and Electronics in Chandler, AZ is seeking a Quality Technician to support conformity and source inspections, audits, and process improvements. You will mentor inspectors and assist in DMIR activities to ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include preparing FAIRs, conducting internal audits, and reviewing inspection documents. This position requires ITAR awareness and the ability to operate measurement tools in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 1–7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical measurement tools.
• Ability to understand, interpret, relate and instruct others on internal, industry or customer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate products and processes per engineering drawings and inspection requirements.
• Obtain certifications for source inspection and DMIR activities.
• Assist in preparation and approval of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
• Perform internal audits and develop checklists for audits.
• Evaluate products for defects, assembly accuracy, fit, dimensions and cleanliness.
• Observe processes and ensure compliance with process specifications and procedures.
• Conduct defect data sorting, reporting and trending to identify corrective actions.
• Debrief management on audit outcomes and recommend solutions.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Interpret specs

Quality auditing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CMM programming

Job description

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Techician at our Chandler, AZ location.

About Crane

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). From supplying microwave products for GPS satellites to integrated assemblies for the latest innovative defense platforms, come join an industry-leading aerospace & defense manufacturer based in beautiful, sunny Chandler, Arizona. You’ll join a first-class, dynamic organization steeped in rich culture and an established track record of delivering customers premier, quality products. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with prime OEMs and help us develop state-of-the-art solutions – all in a family-first community with top-rated schools and an abundance of recreational activities. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary

Quality Technicians are responsible for conformity inspection, source inspection, auditing, documenting, reviewing and recommending manufacturing process improvements, mentoring/training/assisting inspectors, DMIR activities.

Essential Functions

• Evaluate products and processes in accordance with engineering drawings, samples, inspection requirements, process specifications, procedures and other approved reference sources to verify compliance
• Obtain certification (ex: AS13001 Supplier Self Release Training) for and perform customer DQR source inspection and FAA DMIR activities
• Receive training as needed to conduct Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) programming and back up duties for inspection
• Assist in the preparation, review and approval of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
• Perform internal audits to comply with internal and customer guidelines. Develop checklists to be used as guidelines for audits from process specifications, work instructions, quality inspection procedures, corporate procedures, and industry or military specifications
• Evaluate products for defective or damaged components, accurate assembly, fit, adjustment, dimensions, locations, identifications, cleanliness, finishes, wire routing, encapsulation, and other conditions, pertinent to acceptable subassemblies, assemblies, and end items
• Observe work in process and determine compliance to operational guidelines specified in process specifications, work instructions, quality inspection procedures, heat treat log verifications and other internal and contractual requirements
• Perform defect data sorting, reporting and trending functions to facilitate identification areas or trends requiring corrective action. Prepare NCRs or Corrective Actions as needed
• Debrief appropriate levels of management from production leads to managers apprising them of acceptable and unacceptable activities and make viable recommendations for solution of problems when requested

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: 1-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge: Knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical measurement tools) or the ability to learn is desired; Knowledge of performing manufacturing process audits and feedback for process improvement
• Skills/Abilities: Understand, interpret, relate and instruct others on internal, industry or customer specifications which relate to products and processes which are performed and audited; Experience and/or training in process auditing.
• Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants selected could be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work as a technician, quality inspector, supervisor, or senior production operator
• Associates of Science degree or BA, BS degree

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE.
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, hot or cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes.
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary

Physical Requirements

• Standing: 30% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Sitting: 70% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 35 pounds
• Pushing (in pounds): up to 50 pounds
• Mental/Visual: the use of microscopes/magnifying, etc
• Workspace (line, cube, etc): Cubicle/line

Top Benefits

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.