JOB
SUMMARY: The Lead
Quality Technician is responsible for determining material and product
conformance to customer drawing and quality requirements through initial
inspection, in-process fabrication and machining audits, and final fabrication
and machining inspection as defined by inspection/test plans, inspection
reports, and internal Brilex Quality Systems. The scope
of this position is primarily located at Brilex Industries Plant 2.
MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Monitor
in-process quality and final results of manufacturing
Dimensional
and geometric inspection of fabrications
Perform
weld quality inspection (VT/MT/PT)
Interface
with 3rd Party NDE (UT/RT) inspection activity
Inspection
of machining features using precision measurement tools
Shot-Blast
and painting Inspection
Final
detailing/packaging/pre-shipment inspection
- Create,
complete, and control clear and accurate inspection report documentation for
the record keeping of project measurement data
- Assist
with Maintaining Brilex internal calibration system via internal device audits,
inspections, and re-calibrations
- Perform
internal process audits to confirm the sustainability of established process
control and inspection and assist with process improvement activities
- Assist
with customer source inspections and customer quality-related visits and
requests
- Assist
with Brilex non-conformance process through NCR initiation, dispositioning, and
completion and support activity related to Root Cause Analysis and Corrective
Action
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5
years Quality Experience preferably in a heavy machinery manufacturing setting
(2-year or 4-year degree may substitute experience)
Understanding
of the machining process, Machine Shop background and/or experience as a
Machinist
- Ability
to understand and interpret manufacturing code quality documentation and
criteria
- Read
and interpret customer blueprints and specification documentation
- Ability
to understand and apply tolerances and GD&T principles
- FARO
metrology, CMM, or other computer-aided measurement experience
- Use
of Microsoft Office Suite and other basic computer skills
- Attention
to detail and problem-solving skills
- Communication
and interpersonal skills
- Experience
with documenting and logging inspection reports.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Lean Six Sigma
Green Belt Certification
- American Society
of Quality (ASQ) Certification(s) – CQA, CQE
- Experience
with Department of Defense (DOD) contract requirements
- Experience
at an ASME Coded Shop
- Welding/Fabrication
background
Extensive
experience reading and interpreting fabrication blueprints and identifying
fabrication dimensions, welding symbols, and NDT symbols.
Ability
to gauge weld fit-ups and weld sizes using symbol gauges.
- NDE
(VT/PT/MT) certification or experience and capability to obtain Level I/II
certification
- Working knowledge
of AWS D1.1, ASME BPVC, and/or NAVSEA fabrication, welding, and inspection code
- Experience with
weld program quality control and PQR/WPQ/WPS documentation
- Trade school
diploma or Journeyman card
- AWS CWI
certification
Essential Physical Functions NeedeD:
-Alternately
sit, stand, walk, kneel, stoop, and squat throughout the workday
-Must
be able to take and pass a vision acuity test
-Fine
motor skills
-Climb
and work from ladder or stairs
-Exposure
to fumes, noise, and varying temperatures
Equipment UseD:
- Computer
- Quality
tools and equipment
- Precision
Measuring Tools
- FARO
Metrology – Tracker and Arm
- Forklift
- Overhead
crane
- Power
hand tools