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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Memphis, TN 37544
Memphis, Tennessee

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Job Summary
The Product Assurance Technician is responsible for performing moderate to complex visual/mechanical inspections, deciding whether or not the parts conform to specifications, and documenting these decisions and supporting data. The Technician will communicate using geometric dimensioning & tolerancing methods and occasionally lead fundamentals training. The Technician will assist management as needed with general support, leading on-the-job-training for Product Assurance Clerks/Specialists, and special projects.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform moderate to complex first article, on-line and final dimensional inspections, working from engineering drawings, procedures and external standards, using typical inspection equipment such as micrometers, thread gauges, calipers, optical comparator, concentricity gauge, and height & depth gages.
- Perform component testing utilizing various inspection equipment such as tensile testers, force gages and custom equipment including programmable inspection machines.
- Support the qualification/validation of new products/process projects; perform specialized inspections to help engineering develop new products, gages and inspection methods.
- Document all activities in a manner compliant with good documenting practices
- Enter data on production reports regarding shop orders worked on, quantity produced, hours worked, and movement of goods through inventory transactions using ERP systems.
- Inspect, set-up and, operate small machines such as heat sealers, label printers, ultra-sonic cleaner, and auto-bagger
- Generate Non-conformance Reports for submitted product found out of specification
- Utilize shop math techniques (addition, subtraction, multiplication, & division), dexterity and mechanical aptitude to operate precision equipment
- Complete tasks accurately and on-time, paying close attention to detail
Expected Areas of Competence
- Understanding of good manufacturing practices
- In-depth understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- In-depth knowledge on use of calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, and programmable equipment
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and read blueprints
- Ability work in a team setting
- Must be able to read and communicate in English
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (exposure to noise, dust, chemicals)
- Must be able to work a variety of different shifts including weekends
Education/Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree or vocational tech certificate, preferred
- ASQ Certified Qualified Technician or Certified Mechanical Inspector, a plus.
- 5+ years previous production experience with good manufacturing practices is required
Travel Requirements
Up to 5%
Additional Information
EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability