Quality Technician I

About Us:

Chandler Industries is a premier contract manufacturer specializing in precision CNC machining, EDM, sheet metal fabrication, and a range of value-added services. We excel in providing exceptional value through responsive customer service, technical expertise, and innovative lean manufacturing practices. Our commitment to delivering world-class quality and on-time performance has made us a trusted partner for our customers. With five divisions across Minnesota and Wisconsin, we support leading customers in aerospace, defense, medical, industrial, and semiconductor markets.

Chandler offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a 401(k) with safe harbor company match; paid holidays; paid time off; and supplemental benefit options.

Summary:

The Quality Tech I performs quality inspection and testing on materials, parts, components, and product that is received, in-process, and finished per customer, company, and regulatory requirements.

Duties: 

• Use work instructions, job travelers, blueprints, engineer drawings and specifications; inspects, checks, and tests materials, parts, components, and product during various stages of production including receiving, in-process, and finished. 
• Select and maintain the appropriate tools, gauges, scales, and equipment for the feature or characteristic required to perform inspection and testing. 
• Check and monitor materials and equipment to verify calibration status.
• Perform visual inspection for conformance.
• Run CMM’s in production environment.
• Accurately document and record inspection or test data, such as weights, dimensions, resistance, and quantities inspected, accepted, and rejected.
• Process and maintain all quality records per appropriate procedures to maintain accountability, acceptance, and status. 
• Verify travelers and other documentation for compliance to established procedures.
• Support and assist quality improvement teams, engineers, and operations to resolve problem issues and improve quality. 
• Assist with supplier quality initiatives to facilitate corrective and preventative action relative to supplier quality problems and source inspection issues.
• Maintain an organized, clean and safe environment and maintains 5 “S” standards. Comply with safety rules including Personal Protective Equipment and OSHA standards. 
• Participate in Lean initiatives eliminating waste.
• Other duties as assigned. 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in general manufacturing role in Aerospace, Medical or other highly regulated industries, preferred.
• ISO 9001:AS9100 and ISO 13485 experience, preferred.
• Experience operating a CMM, preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings and GD&T specifications, preferred.
• Basic math skills (i.e., addition, subtraction, decimals, etc.).
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills. 
• Proficient reading, writing, oral communication and comprehension in English language.
• Punctual and good attendance.
• Cooperative attitude, shares critical information, and remains professional in difficult situations. 
• Willingness to learn. Will ask for help when needed.
• Ability to follow instruction and work under supervision.