Quality Technician

Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies Brand; Three Rivers (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies Brand, is seeking a quality-focused inspector to join our manufacturing team in Michigan. You will apply CNC programming understanding, GD&T, and CMM inspection to ensure parts meet customer and internal standards.

The role requires knowledge of CMM software, GD&T, gauge calibration, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement across 5S and internal audits. Collaborate across shifts to maintain production quality and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience.
• Knowledge of GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing).
• Participation in continued education courses for new projects/career growth.
• Knowledge of CMM software; ability to mount, install, align, and secure tools/fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections (1st piece, hourly, final, last piece; non-conforming product handling).
• Operate CMM machines and CMM Manager software.
• Calibrate gauges and perform Gauge R&R tests.
• Maintain safe operations by following procedures and regulations.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts (5S, internal audits, documentation).
• Document testing and root cause analysis; provide feedback with QM/ME to address issues.

Skills

CNC programming

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Quality inspection

CMM Operation

Gauge Calibration/Gage R&R

5S/continuous improvement

Documentation/Root cause analysis

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience

Tools

CMM software

Mount/align tools/fixtures

Job description

Job Specifications: Strong knowledge of relevant software, quality assurance methods/tools, and manufacturing processes. Strong math skills, good written and oral communication skills, knowledge of the XL products, strong prioritization and organizational skills, attention to detail, risk analysis and critical thinking/reasoning, troubleshooting/problem-solving, interpersonal skills/team player, and ability to handle stress are essential. Experience working with various types of material is a requirement as the foresight of how the different materials react to machining affects the outcome of the part extensively. Provide input for new gage/fixture designs relative to GD&T and CMM measurement accessibility. Working in a team atmosphere to encompass a smooth flow across all operations.

Primary skills and responsibilities:

• Strong understanding of CNC programming, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and quality inspection processes.
• CMM Operation (Manual and DCC machines, CMM Manager software).
• Quality inspection checks 1st piece, hourly, final, last piece, backward recall on non-conforming product and implementing non-conforming product hold tags.
• Gauge Calibration/ Gage R&R
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Support day-to-day quality and production deliverables and initiatives. Lead teams to support continuous improvement efforts in Bldg 1 and 2 (5S, internal audits, organizational knowledge)
• Document testing and root cause analysis for internal or external problems.
• Create Work instructions provide feedback and review Manufacturing issues that emerge through the work and assembly process with QM/ME on the solutions to address the issue.
• Accomplishes organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Follow quality standards to ensure parts are to the customer and company standards.
• Work pieces on CMM machine using hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Other responsibilities may be added or assumed based on necessity

Prerequisites / Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
• Knowledge of GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing)
• Participate in continued education courses as required for new projects and career growth within XL (TQM/CQT/CQE)
• Knowledge of CMM software, ability to Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, and fixtures