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