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Job Title:
Quality Tech
Job Description:
Primary Purpose of Role:
The Quality Technician is responsible for application of principles and practices of product quality assurance and quality control in accordance with the dimensional aspects, visual, x ray in support of the Walker Die Casting Quality Management System.
Key Responsibilities:
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Run a DCC Program (Direct Computer Control) on the CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) each die cast machine.
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Determine from reviewing the report the part disposition.
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Run Capability Studies and review the statistics from the study.
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Maintain (maintenance) CMM machines.
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Be able to read core drawings.
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Verify work instructions are complete, current and being followed
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Confirm and document product conformance to visual standards. (To the part number specific work instructions, inspection check sheets and or Quality Alerts).
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Support Supervisors in the training of operators to identify non-conformities.
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Initiate corrective action and containment whenever nonconforming product is found or suspected.
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Assist in the investigation of quality issues and recommendation of improvements or corrective actions.
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Perform gage calibration as required Callipers, micrometres, bore gages, thread gages, etc. A few of the gages are sent to another company to be calibrated.
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Know how to perform or participate in a gage R & R study.
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Repair and/or replace any gages that are damaged.
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Read SPC and react accordingly.
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Perform floor Audits and/or gage checks per required frequency and control plan.
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Measure the parts to the blueprint provided from the customer to make sure the part meets all requirements.
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Analyse the information and present information to the team.
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Have ability to use and perform laser weld repair when required or assigned.
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Overtime as required.
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Other duties as assigned by supervisor or lead.
Key Performance Measures:
Annual performance reviews, attendance
Competencies and Behaviours:
Qualifications:
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High school diploma or GED.
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Must be able to pass powered lift equipment testing.
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Ability to understand standards and product specifications.
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Problem solving.
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Organizing.
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Basic communication.
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Team building.
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Basic computing (MS Office).
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Ability to read, write and speak English.
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The Quality Technician must be able to tolerate exposure to elements such as elevated temperature and noise during periods of time spent on the factory floor.
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Ability to use standard measurement and test equipment.
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Ability to work independently.
Experience:
Required:
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Ability to understand blueprints, standards and product specifications.
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Problem solving skills.
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Organizational skills.
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Basic communication.
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Team building.
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Basic computing (MS Office).
Preferred:
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Previous experience in Quality Assurance, Continuous Improvement, or manufacturing, preferably in a tier-one automotive manufacturing environment.
Safety:
Abide by all EHS guidelines
Travel or Physical Demands:
Must be able to work in hot/cold environment.
Essential for Direct Roles
Manufacturing Environment 100%
Sitting None
Walking Up to 75%
Standing Up to 100%X
Climbing Up to 25%
Kneeling Up to 25%
Kneel/Crouch Up to 25%
Pulling Up to 75%
Lifting Up to 50 lbs.
Travel requirements None
EEOC statement required provisions
Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
Employment with Allison Transmission, Inc. is voluntary and is subject to termination by the employee or Allison Transmission, Inc. at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time. This document is not a contract of employment.
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Primary Location:
Lewisburg, TN
Additional Locations:
Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at [email protected].
Please note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
