AFMW - Quality Technician - Advanced Products

Description

 

DEFINITION  The Quality Technician – Advanced Products is responsible for providing service in support of military and nuclear contracts by focusing on product testing, inspection, non-destructive testing and general processing of advanced products throughout the operation. 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED This position reports directly to the Program Manager
SUPERVISION EXERCISED This position does not provide direct supervision to any group of employees.

Requirements

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITIONNOTE: An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description.  Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed and the incumbent will work cross-functionally within the QA department as needed to support training and general capacity assistance within the department.  

• Work in a safe manner with a goal of zero harm. 
• Create safety awareness by actively observing, auditing, and coaching safe work behaviors and conditions.
•  Ensure compliance with safety and environmental rules and regulations.
•  Read and understand process sheets and shop cards. Participate in the casting certification process. 
• Prepare, distribute, and monitor activities related to NCR dispositions both internally and with customers. 
• Perform necessary non-destructive testing (NDT), including visual (VT), liquid penetrant (PT), and magnetic particle (MT). Perform dimensional inspections on rough and finished components. Create weld maps as required. 
• Coordinate document and certification creation and retention. Receive and store material certifications. 
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed. Ensure compliance with safety and environmental rules and regulations.
•  Ensure proper execution of policies and procedures within areas of responsibility. Be an active member of the internal ISO team. 
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation. 
• Must have good attendance and be reliable. 
• All other duties as assigned.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES · Knowledge of how to operate a personal computer and basic computer skills.· Knowledge of non-destructive testing (existing or previous certification in VT, PT or MT preferred)· Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.· Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods. · Quality Control Analysis – Conduct tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance. · Ability to read and understand engineering drawings to include GD&T· Ability to learn and understand metal casting processes. · Ability to analyze information and report test results. · Ability to promote process improvement, develop standards, and manage processes. · Ability to use metrology equipment· Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and senior managers, as well as employees. · Ability to gain understanding of plant equipment and processes.· Ability to express ideas and communicate orally and in writing.·       Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.   American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.·       Active Listening – giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.·       Coordination – Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.·       Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.  Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations.   If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (a)             High School education or equivalent(b)            Existing or previous NDT certification or training preferred(c)             Three (3) to five (5) years of relevant foundry or manufacturing experience preferred; or