De-Burr/Polish Technician

The operator is responsible for de-burring and polishing all Hydraulic coupling bodies and components to the highest quality obtainable.  

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Machine operations
• Set-up and operate the Power hold work head.
• Understands basic tooling, its purpose and how to evaluate wear limits and change as required.
• Can perform daily preventative maintenance on machine.
• Can demonstrate a working knowledge of precision measuring equipment.
• (Calipers and micrometers)
• Must communicate with leads, supervisors and planners on a daily basis to assure routers and schedules are accurate.
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Primary responsibility: Polish, Deburr, Mag Deburr,Micro-blast, Wash/Clean polished parts.

Required Skills/Experience

• To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to complete all areas outlined above for this position in a satisfactory manner.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities necessary to meet the minimum job requirements of this position.
• Education – High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Read, write, read English
• Basic mathematical skills
• Work Environment – This position will require working primarily indoors in a smoke free office and manufacturing (machine shop) environment. 
• Needs the ability to stand for long periods of time and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. 
• Fine motor skills and excellent vision are required.
• There is also planned and unplanned overtime.

QA Technician

Basic Function:

• Advanced inspection of all types of precision machined parts and purchased parts, assemblies, tooling and fixtures. Works from and interpreting blueprints, technical specifications and industry standards.
• Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties:
• Reads and understands documentation such as blueprints, mechanical assemblies, part list, procedures manuals, weldments, and test procedures.
• Proficient in the use of basic inspection equipment as well as Rockwell hardness testers, positive material identification analyzers (PMI), and optical comparator inspection equipment.
• Performs receiving, in-process and final inspection, customer sorting and related quality assurance tasks to maintain quality standards without supervision.
• Performs first article inspection, on a variety of valves, couplings, internal components, and raw materials.
• Reviews supplier documentation to verify compliance with purchase order requirements.
• Records inspection results and initiates nonconformance reports for defective parts and materials.
• Participates as the Quality representative in the Material Review Board.
• Develops internal audit checklists, performs audits, documents results, and reports findings to management.
• Assists less experienced personnel in the proper use of inspection devices.
• Assists the Inspector Lead in the calibration of measuring devices.

Job Requirements:

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to complete all areas outlined above for this position in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities necessary to meet the minimum job requirements of this position.

Education

• Required: High school diploma or GED
• Preferred: Technical school certification in Mechanical Quality Control Techniques, or
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector, or ASQ Certified Auditor

Work Experience:

• At least 4 years directly related inspection experience

Physical Demands:

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Other Duties:

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Overtime will be required to keep up with the production goals and requirements.

Coupling Assembly Technician

The Assembly Technician is responsible for assembling all types of products processed through the coupling department as well as assisting with all supporting operations within the area.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform various assembly steps for coupling products.  Be able to check all parts for proper assembly in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Understand and assist with all supporting operations within the coupling department, including Laser operation, shippreparation, and kitting.
• Maintain and process the production workflow of all operations associated with the work order.
• Accurately maintain coupling inventory.
• Work with other departments to resolve issues pertaining to shortages, rework or repairs. (Rework, disassemble and repair parts associated with RMA, NCR’s and FAT/COIN failures).
• Capable of operating all assembly production equipment.  Review technicians equipment operation to insure compliance with procedure.  Knowledgeable of all associated precision measuring tools of the shop.  Supports and assists with equipment PM program.
• Play an active role in regards to “Lean” processes by working and communicating with Planning, Quality, and Peers to identify and implement ways to improve flow to increase throughput. 
• Utilize ERP System to perform everyday Job Processes.
• Participate in implementing Company strategic plan goals, quality program initiatives, lean manufacturing techniques, good housekeeping practices, corrective action implementation, quick changeover initiatives and other company-wide initiatives aimed at improving productivity and increasing profitability.
• Participate in and support the Company’s professional development and training activities. 

Required Skills/Experience

• High School Diploma
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude
• Ability to read & write effectively in English.  Ability to translate work instructions and understand details associated  with the manufacturing assortment of document types: instructions, correspondences, reports, procedures and memorandums.
• Minimum one year in a production/manufacturing environment demonstrating progressive responsiblity.
• Commitment to high quality standards and continuous improvements.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, bill of materials and other written instructions or procedures to accurately assemble equipment and products.
• Strong computer skills including Windows and MS Office.
• Excellent written, verbal, and mathematical skills
• Must be able to regularly lift/move up to 20 pounds.
• Some college experience or certifications related to manufacturing field.
• Direct experience in assembly and/or with couplings.
• Experience in an Engineer-to-order or Make-to-Order shop environment preferred.
• Experience with Epicor ERP Software or other Enterprise Resource Planning software a plus.