Quality Technician

K & S Manufacturing

Quality Technician

Ixonia, WI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you detail oriented?

    Are you looking for a collaborative culture that values their employees?

    Are you interested in working in a growing manufacturing company?

    Then K & S Manufacturing has a position for you.

    We are currently hiring a Quality Tech!

    K & S Manufacturing History …

    An agile manufacturing approach allows us to meet compressed timelines for a variety of customers in very competitive markets. A commitment to continuous improvement and vertical integration drives our ongoing investment in people, processes, and technology. K&S also invests in the latest, state of the art equipment housed in our modern facilities.

    K&S only manufactures for our customers. We do not manufacture our own branded products. This ensures we are focused solely on generating competitive advantage for our customers.

    Thomas Klusken, a military veteran, founded K&S Tool & Die in 1974. Servicing major OEMs, he had the vision to evolve K&S into a vertically integrated contract manufacturer. Our rich heritage as die makers and tool manufacturers—coupled with our manufacturing execution system—delivers supplier-led innovation. The outcome of his vision and the confidence entrusted in K&S over 40 years is reflected in the diverse markets we currently serve.

    • Agriculture
    • Engine large and small
    • Construction
    • Large truck
    • On-and-Off highway
    • Power transmission
    • Process equipment
    • Rail
    • Seating
    • Thermal transfer
    • Turf care

    JOB SUMMARY:

    To ensure that materials, products and/or processes are in conformance to specifications and requirements.

    • REQUIRED COMPETENCIES, QUALIFICATIONS, AND BASIC SKILL LEVELS:

    • PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

    • High School education plus 5 years of experience in a Quality role, including several years working with CMM equipment.

    • Experience in manufacturing operations preferably in the stamping or fabrication industries with technical knowledge of parts manufacturing.

    • Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and costs.

    • Experience with AIAG PPAP and capability study requirements.

    • Advance Knowledge of interpreting blueprints with GD&T.

    • Operate manual and / or DCC CMM (PC-DMIS). Programming experience is a plus.

    • Micrometers, indicators, calipers, and height gage experience

    • Ability to read and interpret complex documents such as blueprints, routings, work orders, engineering specifications, and safety regulations.

    • Strong industrial math skills

    • Experience with InspectionXpert and Gage Pack software a plus.

    • Understands the care and use of pin gages, thread gages and gage blocks.

    • Knowledge of computers, Windows environment including MS Office Suite, exposure to ERP systems a plus.

    • Must be able to make decisions, communicate effectively and work with others.

    • Must be a team player, a self-starter, a problem solver and adaptable.

    • Troubleshooting skills a plus

    • Fluent reading, writing, and speaking English with excellent communication skills.

    Programming & Operating CMM’s

    • Program and operate CMM’s utilizing PC-DMIS CAD++ software.

    • Cross-train other Quality Technician on the use and programming of CMM’s.

    • Inspect components and assemblies using non-CMM methods.

    • Determine the most efficient usage of CMM versus other methods of inspection.

    • Read and interpret engineering drawings, specification, and manufacturing specifications.

    • Interpret ANSI Y14.5 standard (geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances) effectively.

    • Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.

    • Notify appropriate organizational members of nonconformances with materials, products, or processes.

    • Converse with appropriate organizational members to troubleshoot or improve product.

    • Program and operate Faro Arm.

    • Maintain gage calibration system for all measuring instruments used for accepting product.

    • Communicate deficiencies to manager, appropriate departments, and help perform corrective action and follow-up.

    • Accurate collection and documentation of measurement data

    • Interacts with engineering, operations and quality personnel and helps identify PPAP concerns and helps resolve with support from the rest of the team.

    · Responsible and accountable for quality workmanship and accuracy

    · Effectively communicate with all other departments regarding upcoming needs or requirements from those departments

    · Support the Company’s Quality and Safety Policies by understanding & following the policies, procedures as they apply to your job & department.

    · Support the company by performing other duties as assigned.