Quality Technician
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Quality TechnicianWho we are:Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.With a global network of manufacturing and distributionfacilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.Who we are looking for:We are currently searching for a Quality Technician to be based out of Hobart, IN. Reporting to the Quality Manager, this person will be responsible for performing product inspections using various types of measurement equipment, including calipers, micrometers, and gauges. This person will be responsible for preparing reports to document their findings.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of an associate degree in Applied Science with 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus.What you'll do:* Interpret manufacturing drawings and specifications and apply procedures, specifications, and standards to ensure product compliance.* Prepare job information including documents, gauges, quality history, etc. for production teams prior to the start of job setups.* Monitor Statistical Process Controls on key characteristics as defined.* Perform inspection of manufactured parts, tooling, and fixtures to ensure final product conformance to customer specifications.* Initiate non-conformance reports and corrective actions.* Complete, inspect and distribute all quality records and documents.* Maintain job files for production run data, first piece approvals, maintenance logs, visual alerts, etc.* Calibrate gauging and maintain calibration records for gauges and other equipment.* Assist in the training of new production personnel in gauges, gauging techniques, equipment, Statistical Process Control, data collection, and quality policies and procedures.What you'll bring:* Associates degree in Applied Science preferred* 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.* Proficient with a variety of precision measuring devices including calipers, micrometers, comparators, height gauges, and custom fixtures.* Ability to read/interpret blueprints and Geometric Dimensioning &Tolerancing.* Knowledge of key elements of Statistical Process Control and how to apply.* Basic math skills.* Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access, and Power point).Within 3 months, you'll:* Complete your Atkore immersion program.* Understand how your job will help deliver Atkore's strategy.* Gain an understanding of your teammates.Within 6 months, you'll:* Gain an understanding of the current procedures your team owns.* Partner with Quality Manager to identify short- and long-term process improvement ideas.* Identify ways to strengthen the team's commitment to Atkore's core values of Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect and Excellence.Within 12 months, you'll:* Create, update, and share inspection documentation.* Have meaningful conversations with Operations team concerning quality issues in real time.* Lead Lean initiatives to drive process improvements.Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!