Description:
Chandler Industries is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in precision machining, EDM, sheet metal fabrication, and a range of value-added services. We excel in providing exceptional value through responsive customer service, technical expertise, and innovative lean manufacturing practices. Our commitment to delivering world-class quality and on-time performance has made us a trusted partner for our customers. Chandler operates five divisions, including four in Minnesota—Blaine, Long Prairie, Montevideo, and Wyoming—and one in Chihuahua, Mexico.
Summary:
Performs quality inspection and testing on materials, parts, components, and product that is received, in-process, and finished per customer, company, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements:
Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
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Using work instructions, job traveler, blueprints, engineer drawings and specifications; inspects, checks, and tests materials, parts, components, and product during various stages of production including receiving, in-process, and finished.
- Selects and maintains the appropriate tools, gauges, scales, and equipment for the feature or characteristic required to perform inspection and testing.
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Checks and monitors materials and equipment to verify calibration status.
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Performs visual inspection for conformance.
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Will run CMM’s in production environment.
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Accurately documents and records inspection or test data, such as weights, dimensions, resistance, and quantities inspected, accepted, and rejected.
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Processes and maintains all quality records per appropriate procedures to maintain accountability, acceptance, and status.
- Verifies travelers and other documentation for compliance to established procedures.
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Supports and assists quality improvement teams, engineers, and operations to resolve problem issues and improve quality.
- Assists the supplier quality initiatives to facilitate corrective and preventative action relative to supplier quality problems and source inspection issues.
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Maintains an organized, clean and safe environment and maintains 5 “S” standards. Complies with safety rules including Personal Protective Equipment and OSHA standards.
- Participates in Lean initiatives eliminating waste.
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Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Experience (Minimum requirements in terms of educational background, work experience, licenses/certifications or other knowledge, skills, and abilities).
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High School Diploma or equivalent.
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Proficient reading, writing, oral communication and comprehension in English language.
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Mechanical aptitude.
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Basic math skills.
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Must be able to pass annual visual exam (20-25, corrected, uncorrected, one eye).
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Attention to detail.
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Willingness to learn.
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High level of integrity.
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Knowledge of computer aided software and their applications.
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Ability to problem solve.
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Cooperative attitude, shares critical information, and remains professional in difficult situations.
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Self-directed; ability to work independently and within teams.
Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred or helpful)
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Experience working in the Aerospace, Medical or other highly regulated industry.
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Experience operating a CMM.
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Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.
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Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
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ISO 9001:AS9100 and ISO 13485 experience.
