Quality Technician - 3rd Shift

Contour-Hardening,-Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Contour Hardening, established in 1986, specializes in induction heat treatment and metallurgical inspections. A Quality Technician will perform metallurgical inspections on in-process parts and may assist as a contract processing technician during high volume periods.

The role operates Monday–Friday, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM with overtime potential. Training will occur on the first shift (7:00 AM–3:30 PM) for four weeks at starting rate of $18/hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Automotive industry experience preferred.
• Quality department experience preferred.
• Destructive quality testing experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor induction hardening machine quench concentration.
• Section parts and prepare samples for quality inspections with blaster, cutoff saw, grinders, polishers and mounting press.
• Inspect and test parts at prescribed frequencies using MPI unit, hardness testers, microscopes and gauges.
• Accurately document inspection and testing results.
• Communicate inspection observations to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Data entry

Lift 40 lbs

Follow procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Company Description

Contour Hardening, established in 1986, specializes in providing innovative, cost-effective heat treatment solutions. Known for its patented Micropulse™ Process, Contour excels in advanced computer-controlled induction heating technologies for hardening complex components like gears and crankshafts. With expertise in thermal processing and a team of skilled engineers and metallurgists, Contour develops custom induction hardening solutions. The company’s commitment to engineering ingenuity ensures that it can design and build customized equipment to meet unique customer needs. Contour is a trusted partner for thermal processing services across various industries.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Previous experience in automotive industry (preferred)

Previous experience in quality department (preferred)

Previous experience in destructive quality testing (highly preferred)

Job Summary

A Quality Technician is responsible for performing metallurgical inspections and tests on in-process production parts to determine if it meets customer specifications. In addition, a quality technician may be expected to perform the tasks of a contract processing technician if the volume of work demands it. This is a fast-paced environment with meticulous attention to detail.

The hours for this position are Monday-Friday 11:00PM-7:30AM with potential for overtime.

Starting Rate: $18/Hour

Please note that training for this position will be on first shift, 7AM-3:30PM. Training duration will be a total of four weeks.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor induction hardening machine quench concentration
• Section parts and prepare samples for quality inspections using abrasive blaster, cutoff saw, grinders and polishers, and mounting press
• Inspect and test parts at prescribed frequencies using magnetic particle inspection unit, hardness testers, microscopes, and various gauges to verify in-process production meets customer requirements
• Accurately and promptly document the results of inspections and testing
• Look for variations in inspection data and communicate observations to the appropriate personnel
• Communicate with appropriate personnel regarding out-of-spec inspection results
• Monitor general quality activities on the production floor (i.e. lot checklists are filled out, parts are being stacked properly on carts, parts on the carts are heat treated, Etc.)

Skills and Abilities Required

• Basic computer skills
• Some data entry required
• Intermediate with Microsoft platforms (excel, word, outlook, etc.)
• Ability to understand and following directions, procedures, and work instructions
• Ability to communicate with supervisors and co-workers in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to self-manage and ask for assistance when necessary
• Ability to lift and manipulate 40 lbs. on an as needed basis on and off the shop floor
• Ability to learn how to operate inspection equipment (i.e. cutoff saw, hardness testers, microscopes, etc.)
• Ability to be certified and drive fork trucks as needed
• Willingness to be cross trained in other areas and to perform additional duties as required
• Willingness to work overtime as required
• Comfortable working in warehouse environments (may include varying temperatures)