QUALITY TECHNICIAN III

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 on parts, components and product that is received, in-process, and finished per customer, company, and regulatory requirements. Assists with the design, development and implementation of inspection methods, plans, and testing equipment. Will run CMM’s in production environment. Train new and existing employees and provide work direction to ensure flow of work.

Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• 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 leave, in-process, and finished.
• Inspects and tests for conformance per customer, regulatory, and company requirements. Disposition as accept/reject based on their conformance to drawings and specifications.
• May supervise day to day responsibilities of Quality Inspectors. Provides work direction and set priorities.
• Ensures employees comply with work instructions, standardized work, policies, and procedures.
• Leads development and review of inspection plans and protocols. Including training employees in the use of inspection plans, procedures, Geometric Dimension & Tolerancing (GD&T) and gaging methodology.
• Quality Inspection point of contact for inter-departmental support. Facilitates communication between process owners, Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality to reduce internal process variability.
• Checks and monitors materials and equipment to verify calibration status.
• Performs visual inspection for conformance. Performs gage R and R studies.
• Accurately documents and records inspection or test data, dimensions, and quantities inspected, accepted, and rejected. Gather and submit key characteristic data and Cpk data.
• Processes and maintains all quality records per appropriate procedures to maintain accountability, acceptance, and status including compiling Certificate of Conformance and DMR.
• Participates with manufacturing engineering in the identification of inspection and test equipment, tools, and gauges required to achieve quality target levels.
• Recommends updates in inspection and test techniques to improve productivity/accuracy and eliminate inconsistencies through development of standards of acceptability.
• Assists in MRB process.
• May create first piece and in-process inspection reports.
• Setup, operate and troubleshoot CMM programs.
• Creates programs for Vision Measuring Machine (OGP, Keyence) to validate the quality plan.
• Verification of travelers and other documentation for compliance to established procedures.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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).

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of Inspector experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of metrology including coordinate measurement machines (CMM).
• Must be able to pass annual visual exam (20-25, corrected, uncorrected, one eye).
• Knowledge of the application of sampling methods and sampling plans preferred.
• Knowledge of product traceability methods and processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively within the organization and collaborate with internal and external clients to determine requirements and eliminate any barriers that may affect the quality and delivery of product.
• Proficient reading, writing, oral communication, and comprehension in English language.
• Ability to read and interrupt blueprints, engineering drawings and specifications.
• Advanced knowledge of GD&T.
• Intermediate math skills.
• Knowledge of computer aided software and their applications including their interface with CMM.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Cooperative attitude, shares critical information, and remains professional in difficult situations.
• Self-directed; ability to work independently.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All employees must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred or helpful)

• Experience working in the Aerospace, Medical or other highly regulated industry.
• Knowledge and use of metrology programming software.
• ISO 9001:AS9100 and ISO 13485 experience.
• Certified Quality Inspector.