Quality Inspector/Calibration Technician

CAF is an international market leader for the design, manufacture, maintenance and supply of equipment and components for integrated transport systems at the forefront of technology that provide high value-added sustainable mobility for its customers. We're proud to be recognized for our versatility, flexibility and for our capacity to constantly adapt and innovate.

CAF USA is located in Elmira Heights, New York which is part of the Southern Finger Lakes areas. The area is ideally situated for those who want to be in proximity to large metropolitan areas, but live a life made far richer by connecting to nature and community, making a difference in the lives of their neighbors and taking advantage of the opportunity to develop a fulfilling work/life balance that ideally suits who they are.

Overview

QA inspectors will perform visual and functional inspections as well as inspections that ensure compliance with approved drawings and contract specifications. This position requires the ability to use the CAF ERP system for various purposes, such as understanding what inspections are pending daily, modification control, NCR creation, etc. In addition, there will be regular interactions with manufacturing to discuss safety, quality, and scheduling.

The Calibration Technician role will require approximately 50% of the workload with the other 50% dedicated to inspection activities. This person will be responsible for understanding the CAF requirements for calibration or verification and will be responsible for controlling the status for all tools using the Visual Factory Calibre software. There will be some tools that can be calibrated in-house and some that need to be sent to an external lab. All of which will require a calibration certificate to be filled as evidence.

Functions And Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections, both visual and dimensional, using 2D & 3D design drawings and associated specifications/notes referenced
• Utilize various computer systems such as VisPlan, 3D Experience, Baan, FastField, Cheli, etc. to look up information for inspection requirements, daily inspections scheduled, reporting results, etc.
• Prepare Non-Conforming Reports for material issues found in receiving or production
• Create Material Quality Reports (MQRs) that allow supplier issues to be easily shared and understood so that corrective action can be taken quickly to ensure the non-conformance does not repeat on the next delivery.
• Identify root cause and corrective actions to improve processes and reduce risk
• Understand the documentation requirements for all materials based on the assigned family and project documents (such as the Inspection & Test Plan)
• Ensure tools are up to date with calibration / verification and are in good/safe condition prior to issuing to personnel after completing calibration.
• Problems are reported in a timely fashion and escalated to the supervisor when appropriate
• Perform in-house calibration on tools such as torque wrenches, crimpers, scales, etc.
• Organize the shipment of tools that need to be sent out for calibration and ensure they are returned on time and in advance of hindering/stopping production activities.
• Work directly with the calibration laboratories to ensure the proper standards are followed in accordance with CAF requirements
• Collect data, create and report KPIs
  
  

Training required

• High school diploma or equavalency. A two year technical degree a plus
• 3 years of expereince in production or quality control preferred
• Microsoft Excel knowledge is a must.
• Knowledge of ISO-9001 preferred but not required
  
  

Qualifications/Requirements

• Ability to work in a start-up, high pressure environment
• Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills essential for day to day operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to speak Spanish is desirable
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  
  

Safety Requirements

• Shall report all injuries/illnesses to their supervisor that occur at work, the day of the incident
• Shall report unsafe conditions in their respective work area to their supervisor
• Shall comply with all safety policies, procedures, and requirements that are communicated to them, including Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures
• Shall wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Shall always keep their respective work area clean and orderly
• Shall attend all required training
• Shall NOT operate any equipment (forklifts, cranes, scissor lifts) unless certified to do so
  
  

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $24.00/hr to $34.00/hr.