Quality Technician
Merrillville, IN - USA
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Job Summary
Quality Technician
Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our employees customers suppliers shareholders and communities are building better together a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.
With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities Atkore is a leading provider of electrical safety and infrastructure solutions.
Who we are looking for:
We are currently searching for a Quality Technician to be based out of Hobart IN. Reporting to the Quality Manager this person will be responsible for performing product inspections using various types of measurement equipment including calipers micrometers and gauges. This person will be responsible for preparing reports to document their findings. This position is for an off shift that will work 6pm - 6am and rotating weekends.
The ideal candidate will have a minimumof an associate degree in Applied Science with3-5 years of relevant experience preferably in a manufacturing environment. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus.
What youll do:
- Interpret manufacturing drawings and specifications and apply procedures specifications and standards to ensure product compliance.
- Prepare job information including documents gauges quality history etc. for production teams prior to the start of job setups.
- Monitor Statistical Process Controls on key characteristics as defined.
- Perform inspection of manufactured parts tooling and fixtures to ensure final product conformance to customer specifications.
- Initiate non-conformance reports and corrective actions.
- Complete inspect and distribute all quality records and documents.
- Maintain job files for production run data first piece approvals maintenance logs visual alerts etc.
- Calibrate gauging and maintain calibration records for gauges and other equipment.
- Assist in the training of new production personnel in gauges gauging techniques equipment Statistical Process Control data collection and quality policies and procedures.
What youll bring:
- Associates degree in Applied Science preferred
- 3-5 years of relevant experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficient with a variety of precision measuring devices including calipers micrometers comparators height gauges and custom fixtures.
- Ability to read/interpret blueprints and Geometric Dimensioning &Tolerancing.
- Knowledge of key elements of Statistical Process Control and how to apply.
- Basic math skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel Word Access and Power point).
Within 3 months youll:
- Complete your Atkore immersion program.
- Understand how your job will help deliver Atkores strategy.
- Gain an understanding of your teammates.
Within 6 months youll:
- Gain an understanding of the current procedures your team owns.
- Partner with Quality Manager to identify short- and long-term process improvement ideas.
- Identify ways to strengthen the teams commitment to Atkores core values of Accountability Teamwork Integrity Respect and Excellence.
Within 12 months youll:
- Create update and share inspection documentation.
- Have meaningful conversations with Operations team concerning quality issues in real time.
- Lead Lean initiatives to drive process improvements.
Atkore is a six-time Great Place to Work certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! Were committed to creating an engaged aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission strategic priorities and behaviors consistent with our core values.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
As of the date of this posting a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $49200 - $67650. Placement in the range depends on several factors including but not limited to specific competencies relevant education qualifications certifications relevant experience skills seniority performance shift travel requirements and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include but not limited to overtime shift differentials bonuses commissions stock and other incentives.
Benefits available include:
- Medical vision and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Any leave required under federal state or local law
Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.
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Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Atkore manufactures electrical conduit, cable management, and infrastructure solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and performance across industries.