Technical Operator - Inspection

Metal Flow is a rapidly growing, innovative metal forming company with extensive value-added manufacturing technologies focused on bringing value to customers and to the community we serve.

The people of Metal Flow Corporation are deeply committed to providing the highest quality processes and products to customers around the world. We produce high volume, technically sophisticated custom metal components through the deep draw process using a variety of metals, and are actively seeking candidates who have an interest in working in a precision environment to create safety critical, quality product that serves primarily the global automotive industry. Successful team members will thrive in a fast-paced production environment while still maintaining organization, attention to detail, and a quality focus.

Metal Flow Offers:

Career Advancement and Competitive Wages
Medical / Rx / Vision / Dental / Life / Disability / Flex Spending Plan (Health & Dependent Care)
Company Paid Short Term Disability and Basic Life
Company Paid Health Savings Account Contribution
Company Funded Child Care Discount Program
Pine Rest Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
Immedidate eligibility for 10 Paid Holidays
Air-Conditioned Plant
Free Uniforms and washing services!
Family Summer Picnic, Holiday Party, and other Celebratory Events
Recognition Committee and team member engagement programs
Safety Committee and Environmental Committee participation opportunities
Balance Program - Reimbursement of up to $100 for any 1 wellness experience on an annual basis
24/7 Onsite Fitness Center
Quarterly Performance Sharing Program
Education & Apprenticeship Opportunities
Tuition Assistance Program
Tool and Die Maker 4 Year Apprenticeship Programs
Maintenance Apprenticeship Program

Metal Flow is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Metal Flow Corporation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. In addition to federal law requirements, Metal Flow Corporation complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Metal Flow Corporation expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. The company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who makes a complaint or participates in an investigation regarding possible EEO violations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist with any part of the application and/or hiring process, please contact us at [email protected].

Metal Flow participates in the E-Verify program, a service of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration. As part of our commitment to a lawful workplace, we use E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires. Applicants must provide documentation that establishes their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. The E-Verify system will be used to verify this information. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website.
Technical Operator - Inspection

JOB SCOPE (DESCRIPTION)

Inspection Technical Operators are primarily responsible for performing the quality inspection sort set up for all inspection team members, coordinating requirements with Production Quality Technicians and Quality Engineers, material handling, and housekeeping for the products and equipment in their area. Technical operators will typically be assigned to work on more than one inspection sort each shift and are required to balance the needs of each team member according to the needs of the sort as defined by the Quality Engineer / Supervisor / Manager.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES APPROXIMATE PERCENTAGE OF ENERGY

Quality Activities 50%
Job Set Up & Tear Down 30%
Material Handling Activities 10%
Housekeeping Activities 10%

DETAILED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Quality Activities – 50%
Ensure quality products are being inspected throughout each shift by:
Performing required visual & cleanliness quality inspection.
Properly documenting the results of each quality inspection.
Proficiently using gage tools and technology, including appropriate lab equipment.
Communicating and properly escalating concerns regarding product quality concerns.
Participating in containment activities as needed.
Basic Quality Lab capabilities to assist the Quality Lab Technicians
First Piece Proficiency with Comparator, Keyence, surface finish machine, indicator, caliper, micrometer, contour, etc.
Job Pull Proficiency (i.e. job files, gage package, problem log, etc.)
Last Piece check-in
Gage calibration

Job Set Up & Tear Down – 30%
Responsible for all inspection set up:
Staging proper dunnage to support team members inspection requirements
Preparing all gages (if required) & training team members how to properly use gages
Maintaining communication with PQT’s / Quality Engineers regarding inspection criteria
Using the Plex control panel with proficiency to load jobs, report product, report inspection and print barcode labels, as well as reference key documents and information for each product (i.e. cleanliness spec, quality alerts, etc.)

Material Handling Activities – 10%
Transportation of material / parts in and out of the MRB and inspection areas.

Housekeeping Activities – 10%
Performing basic housekeeping activities to keep the department and equipment clean, organized, and orderly. This includes, but is not limited to, sweeping, mopping and maintaining the organization of all work areas.

General Inspection Responsibilities and Projects
Other tasks, projects, and responsibilities as requested by direct supervisor.
Inspection Technical Operators are expected to be proficient and knowledgeable, as well as perform the job responsibilities of the Quality Inspector / Operator position as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Requirements:

Preferred Education:
High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
Preferred Experience:
1-2 years in a transferable industry/field.
Preferred Training/Skills:
Quality Basics
Basic inspection knowledge
Basic applicable quality lab knowledge
Ability to train team members of any sort criteria
IP Understanding
Inspection Operations
General visual sort set up
Cleanliness sort set up
Gage sort set up
Weigh scale calibration / set up
Material
Introduction to Metals
Required Certifications
Forklift
Maintain required certifications to ensure no lapses in licensing.
Required Qualities: Ability to work constructively with others, demonstrated dependability, effective verbal and written communication skills, heightened attention to detail and ability to follow-through, commitment to team & collaboration, respect for other people, equipment, and work area.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires a high-level of physical activity.
Standing, walking, moving, bending, pushing, or pulling for prolonged periods of time.
Requires frequent bending, squatting, twisting of upper body
Regularly lifting and moving up to 35 lbs.
Occasionally lifting and moving up to 50 lbs.
Requires visual acuity adequate to perform visual detection of extremely small product parts and potential defects
Ability to use computers
Must wear proper eye and ear protection in designated areas.
Must wear proper OSHA-approved work boots or shoes.

Certifications/Policy Competence & Awareness:

Metal Flow Corporation is a certified TS16949 quality manufacturer.
The relevance and importance of your work responsibilities and job requirements on the quality of Metal Flow products is extremely important as we work to provide quality products and services to our customers.
Metal Flow Corporation has achieved environmental recognition by obtaining ISO14001 certification.
Metal Flow team members should work to minimize the company’s impact on the environment in all daily activities.