Tester - 1st Shift

RH Sheppard Co Inc; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

RH Sheppard Co Inc. seeks a Tester to evaluate remanufactured steering gears and investigate warranty claims. You will work on test stands, perform pretests, diagnose issues, and communicate technical findings to warranty and quality control teams.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, at least one year in manufacturing, and ability to read blueprints. You must follow Lean principles, operate safely, and be willing to overtime as needed in a Monday–Friday day shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of experience in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret and comprehend plans and/or blueprints.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques with emphasis on Standardized Work, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and JIT principles.
• Ability to work overtime as needed both daily and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Test remanufactured and warranty units on test stands.
• Pretest warranty, diagnose problems, repair and communicate technical information to warranty and quality control departments.
• Input data entry transactions and retrieve information by accessing the computer.
• Maintain a clean work station and retrieve materials as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Lean manufacturing

Safety procedures

Overtime ready

Data entry

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

The primary responsibility of the Tester position is to test remanufactured steering gears, perform evaluation tests on warranty claims; troubleshoot and analyze customer claims.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Adhere to established safety procedures and 5 “ S ” standards (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain the cycle) required to perform daily duties in this position, including the proper techniques used in lifting/moving of parts
• Perform point test on test stand for both remanufactured and warranty units of all models
• Pretest warranty, diagnose problem, repair and communicate technical information to the warranty and quality control departments
• Input data entry transactions and retrieve information by accessing the computer
• Maintain a clean work station and retrieve materials as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Action oriented: Demonstrates ability to take action and lead by example. Enthusiastically demonstrates sense of urgency.
• Self-Motivated: Demonstrates ability to take initiative and drive to achieve results.
• Accountability: Demonstrates ability to take responsibility and maintains sense of ownership and follow through on commitments. Sets high standards of performance.
• Communication: Demonstrates ability to convey and distribute information effectively and encompass strong speaking, presentation, written and listening skills. Ability to create an environment for open communication.
• Teamwork: Demonstrates ability to work well with others to accomplish common goals and build a positive climate and trusting relationships within teams.
• Reliability: Demonstrates dependability, accountability and trust. Follows processes and meets commitments.

WORKING ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• May be exposed to moderate heat, light dust, fumes, extreme temperatures, noise and hazards such as electrical shock or gases. Some outside assignments could involve exposure to adverse weather conditions. Adequate hearing protection is required for 85 decibels and above.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

SCHEDULE:

• 8-hour Day Shift Monday through Friday

The demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• One Year Experience in production/manufacturing environment
• Ability to interpret and comprehend plans and/or blueprints
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing techniques with emphasis on Standardized Work, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and JIT principles
• Ability to work overtime as needed both daily and weekends