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Whirlpool Corporation Metrology Lab Technician (InSinkErator) 2nd Shift in Racine, Wisconsin
Requisition ID: 62763
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This role in summary
Technicians perform various jobs within the Metrology Lab and Receiving Inspection areas. These include routine inspection of production parts, layout inspection, and calibration of gages and test equipment. Cross-training is required. Assigned responsibilities and duties vary.
Your responsibilities will include
Routine inspection of purchased or manufactured parts to verify conformance to requirements.
Layout inspection of pre-production samples from suppliers or manufacturing pilot runs to verify conformance to specifications.
Basic statistical analysis and reporting of results.
Calibrate and maintain gages and test equipment.
Inspect samples of purchased and InSinkErator manufactured parts.
Program, set up, and operate a wide variety of inspection and test equipment including CMM with PC-DMIS software, optical comparator, and computer-assisted precision measurement instruments.
Conduct gauge repeatability and reproducibility studies, capability studies, and correlation studies.
Clean, adjust, calibrate, and maintain gages and production test equipment.
Maintain accurate records and report results, including nonconformances, per procedures.
Cross-train others. Develop and implement improvements.
Coordinate with suppliers to develop measurement and test correlation.
Assist with SPC activities and root cause analysis.
Preferred skills and experiences
High school diploma and additional technical courses/seminars in job-related subjects
3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Some experience with measuring parts or gage and test equipment calibration.
Ability to read and understand part drawings using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
Experience with using MS Office programs.
Ability to communicate well with all levels and functions of the organization.
Associate Degree in a relevant discipline, or ASQ Certified Quality Technician or other relevant certification.
5 years of experience in Quality, Engineering, or another related field.
Experience with Minitab and programming CMM using PC-DMIS.
Extensive experience with inspecting parts or gage and test equipment calibration.
Experience with statistical studies and analysis and data acquisition equipment.
Why should you apply?
InSinkErator is an equal-opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace
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