What are the responsibilities and job description for the FAI Technician position at The New IEM, Llc?
IEM is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of electrical distribution and control systems in North America. The Company has developed one of the most sophisticated electrical product manufacturing systems in the world and has cultivated partnerships with leading component suppliers resulting in optimal solutions to customer problems. IEM has offices in California, Florida, Canada and Belgium.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
In the position of FAI Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out FAI procedural activities, such as, but not limited to:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Read blueprints and decipher how to obtain certain measurements
- Make accurate and precise measurements
- Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) as assigned
- Produce FAI Reports (FAIR) as assigned
- Maintain records associated with FAI process
- Provide FAI Status reports to team
- Perform other duties as assigned by Manager
COMPETENCIES:
- Problem solving skills
- Strong working knowledge of precision dimensional measuring equipment such as but not limited to tape measures, calipers, micrometers, pin gauges, radius gauges and protractors
- Able to make accurate measurements, precisely
- Comfortable with MS Excel
- Attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills able to interface effectively and diplomatically with Quality, Supply, Engineering and Operations departments
- Familiar with ISO 9001 and AS9102 (Aerospace FAI) requirements
- Organizational and time management skills
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or GED required
- At least 1 year of experience utilizing dimensional measuring equipment with preference given to those with precision measuring experience
- At least 1 year of inspection experience, manufacturing inspection experience a plus
PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL:
Physical Demands:
- Activities: Sitting – 30% Walking/Standing – 70%
- Lifting: Frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
- Bending: Must be able to bend, squat, crawl and climb.
- Vision: Long periods of close work on small fonts and fine print on drawings and ability to see small or detailed items.
Mental Demands: Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Environment: Not climate controlled. Exposure to excessive heat and cold, wet/humid conditions, noise/vibration, hazards, dust and fumes.
