Engineering Technician
PEI-Genesis*Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled* SUMMARY: The Engineering Technician provides technical support for the responsibilities of all Engineering and Quality functions within the Department. The Engineering Technician is a skilled resource utilized to maintain/improve all processes that ensure the production and distribution goals of the organization are met. In addition, this position will be directly involved with maintaining the Philadelphia Quality Management System and day-to-day Final Quality Functions. This role will also handle processing of hard rejects, supporting quarantine and rejection activities for supplied component part non-conformances, and support other departmental functions all while adhering to departmental procedures and work instructions. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED preferred or any combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Higher education and/or training in time studies, data analysis, document changes, process flow, calibration, problem solving, print reading, dimensional analysis and continuous improvement activities are considered a plus. TECHNICAL and/or MANAGERIAL JOB COMPETENCIES: Knowledge of ISO9001 system requirements, as well as ISO 17025 requirements for calibration and testing. Become certified as an AS9100 or ISO9001 Auditor. Awareness of how changes may impact other products or processes Strong computer skills (MS Office, Etc.) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Strong, analytical, team player with the ability to motivate employees by way of example and fully complete tasks Ability to understand supplier and PEI drawings, CAPS (Cannon Authorized) and work instructions (as needed). Understanding of how to utilize and interpret various measurement tools Ability to work closely with employees and vendors with a wide spectrum of backgrounds and abilities. Ability to follow detailed instructions, specifications, and requirements Good time management skills Ability to fluctuate schedule as deemed necessary by management or as requested. Self-confident and can work independently Problem solving skills with root cause analysis and investigative skills. Ability for personnel performing acceptance testing of product to meet Near and Color Vision Requirements ESSENTIAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Supports the activities of the Quality and Operational Manager/Lead in day-to-day nonconformance activities and issues with customers and suppliers. Support the quality assurance staff using “Hands-On” approach. Ensure that all administrative procedures/work instructions are followed completely. Responsible for non-routine analysis of processes and/or products in support of customer inquiries, root cause analysis, audit activities or other requirements. Support in facilitation resolution of internal audit issues related to the Quality Management System. Participate in all audits (internal, customer and third party) as needed. Support and maintain the gauge calibration system. Document and retain appropriate records related to gage calibration activities. Lead and organize both inside and outside gage calibration activities. Lead and organize both inside and outside gage calibration activities. Support the production process by ensuring ordering of consumables for all processes in Philadelphia based on Min and Max inventory levels. Identify and drive cost saving measures related to activities such as calibration or consumable procurement. Support/assist with R&D of equipment, processes and materials Support/assist with data collection and reporting activities. Support/assist with process Improvements – Lean Manufacturing Support/assist with providing direct support to Production Support/assist with new product line start up Support/assist with documentation control Support other functions within QA department as requested. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Manual lifting up to 35 lbs. …