Lead Quality Technician

The Lead Quality Technician is responsible for determining material and product conformance to customer drawing and quality requirements through initial inspection, in-process fabrication and machining audits, and final fabrication and machining inspection as defined by inspection/test plans, inspection reports, and internal Brilex Quality Systems. The scope of this position is primarily located at Brilex Industries Plant 2.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor in-process quality and final results of manufacturing
• Dimensional and geometric inspection of fabrications
• Perform weld quality inspection (VT/MT/PT)
• Interface with 3rd Party NDE (UT/RT) inspection activity
• Inspection of machining features using precision measurement tools
• Shot-Blast and painting Inspection
• Final detailing/packaging/pre-shipment inspection
• Create, complete, and control clear and accurate inspection report documentation for the record keeping of project measurement data
• Assist with Maintaining Brilex internal calibration system via internal device audits, inspections, and re-calibrations
• Perform internal process audits to confirm the sustainability of established process control and inspection and assist with process improvement activities
• Assist with customer source inspections and customer quality-related visits and requests
• Assist with Brilex non-conformance process through NCR initiation, dispositioning, and completion and support activity related to Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years Quality Experience preferably in a heavy machinery manufacturing setting (2-year or 4-year degree may substitute experience)
• Understanding of the machining process, Machine Shop background and/or experience as a Machinist
• Ability to understand and interpret manufacturing code quality documentation and criteria
• Read and interpret customer blueprints and specification documentation
• Ability to understand and apply tolerances and GD&T principles
• FARO metrology, CMM, or other computer-aided measurement experience
• Use of Microsoft Office Suite and other basic computer skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with documenting and logging inspection reports.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
• American Society of Quality (ASQ) Certification(s) – CQA, CQE
• Experience with Department of Defense (DOD) contract requirements
• Experience at an ASME Coded Shop
• Welding/Fabrication background
• Extensive experience reading and interpreting fabrication blueprints and identifying fabrication dimensions, welding symbols, and NDT symbols.
• Ability to gauge weld fit-ups and weld sizes using symbol gauges.
• NDE (VT/PT/MT) certification or experience and capability to obtain Level I/II certification
• Working knowledge of AWS D1.1, ASME BPVC, and/or NAVSEA fabrication, welding, and inspection code
• Experience with weld program quality control and PQR/WPQ/WPS documentation
• Trade school diploma or Journeyman card
• AWS CWI certification

Essential Physical Functions Needed:

• Alternately sit, stand, walk, kneel, stoop, and squat throughout the workday
• Must be able to take and pass a vision acuity test
• Fine motor skills
• Climb and work from ladder or stairs
• Exposure to fumes, noise, and varying temperatures

Equipment Used:

• Computer
• Quality tools and equipment
• Precision Measuring Tools
• FARO Metrology – Tracker and Arm
• Forklift
• Overhead crane
• Power hand tools

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person