Quality Lab Associate

STRATEGIC SUMMARY Support and assist all of FTP with development, implementation and support of product measurements designed to ensure continuous production consistent with established standards, customer specifications and production goals. Provide leadership and support to associates assuring company standards are maintained and product integrity is preserved. TACTICAL SUMMARY Coordinate precision lab daily workflow to support company objectives Assure precision lab equipment is operating properly Prioritize daily tasks within the precision lab to assure the daily, weekly and monthly measurement are completed on time and meet production requirements Supports the scheduling of die confirmation activity for new and repaired dies to meet company and departmental needs Able to determine best method to verify products based off actual parts and drawings Determines need for new equipment and fixtures to improve measurement capabilities Writes CMM programs for all production parts, gauges and equipment as required Completes new model measurement requirements and submits reports for full layout data and capability studies Compile and summarize measurement data to support analysis including capability studies as requested Supports production engineers to adjust machining and assembly processes Communicates with manufacturing departments to assure proper disposition of suspect or out of standard product Assist on in-house parts quality procedures, standards and/or specifications Calibrate and maintain computerized testing equipment Determine overall parts quality by using computerized testing equipment Communicate to staff, the collection and analysis of New Model event, production and sample data Follow measuring standards by reading blueprints Provide support confirming manufacturing specifications are compliant with company standards Work with production staff to ensure proper procedures are followed for quality purposes Work closely with Technical Planning Group Assist in schedule and countermeasure findings for Internal Audits Support in creating and issuing Quality Assurance documents which include but not limited to PFMEA, PQCT, Quality Inspection Standards and Check Sheets Log and track part quality information in Plex Confirm materials are correct for operating Die Cast machines Operate and maintain testing equipment/machines: sander, polisher, xray, crush, cut and micro structure Process knowledge to know what area/department to communicate with All other assigned duties DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education Technical Education or any combination of equivalent experience and education Experience Preferred minimum of 1 year related work Computer Skills Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Plex Email Personal/Other Skills Oral and written communication skills, decent interpersonal skills as well as organizational abilities. Able to manage a project with minimal assistance to achieve milestones and project goals Some process knowledge of the manufacturing areas covered. Some knowledge of the materials, i.e.: production/quality/reporting forms, visual boards, etc. Positive attitude and approach in a changing environment. Ability to take initiative, to meet deadlines, to maintain confidentiality and to work in a team environment. Background in computer programming, CNC programming or other related skills Travel Requirement Some travel required.