QA Gauge Technician

About Us

Stackpole International designs and delivers innovative, highly engineered fluid power systems and powder metal technology solutions for customers across the globe. As a proud part of the Johnson Electric Group, a corporate citizen, and an employer with a global reach, we strive for integrity in all we do. Our strength stems from a culture designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people— flourish. We are a team united in our drive to make customers successful, attract and empower others, reach higher, be sustainable, lead by example, and excel in the execution of practical solutions. We offer the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, competitive pay and benefits, and continuous improvement of our processes and products.

**Job Description**:

- PURPOSE & SCOPE:
The Gauge Technician is responsible for the calibration, preventative maintenance and repair of production and quality assurance measuring equipment and gauges. Work must be done in a safe and efficient manner and comply with all Stackpole International’s Health & Safety policies, procedures and quality systems. Working knowledge with SPS, 5S and Continuous Improvement (CI) activities are required.
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- ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform calibration and maintenance/repair for gauges and other inspection equipment to TS IATF16949 standards including day-to-day operations in support of production and continuous improvement of systems-
- Arrange GR&R studies, ongoing gauge maintenance and special investigations-
- Monitor backup gauge availability vs. gauge management plans and wear behavior. Raise issues to ensure that adequate backup is maintained-
- Prepare and build-up gauges for production-
- Maintain clear, correct and easily accessible records of all calibration activities-
- Communicate with all appropriate personnel as to the gauging systems activities-
- Basic CMM troubleshooting-
- Calibration of CMM’s-
- Participate in APQP process-
- Ensure compliance with QMS-
- Ensure that the requirements of the Quality Management System and Environmental Health & Safety Systems are met.-
- Other duties as required- ___________________________
- QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Education and/or Experience_
- :_- College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related field 2+ years’ experience in a similar role with relevant technical experience- Qualifications:_- Knowledge in metrology, measurement system analysis, GD&T, the principles of statistics and other quality system disciplines-
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills-
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment, in the automotive industry-
- Good mathematical and analytical skills-
- Good interpersonal skills. Able to work well independently or in a team environment-
- Capable of taking initiative/ownership for areas of responsibility and demonstrated ability to work with mínimal supervision-
- Accurate, thorough, organized and detail-oriented- Language Skills:_- Proficient in English (both spoken and written)- Work Environment (including Physical Demands):_- Work indoors. Environment can be noisy and dealing with different temperatures (i.e extreme heat)-
- Ability to lift a maximum of 30lbs-
- Work shifts may include days, afternoons, nights or continental-
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods at a time-
- Able to work overtime when required/requestedAccommodation is available upon request for all applicants pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and Stackpole’s Accessibility for Ontarians Policy. If an applicant requests accommodation, Stackpole will consult with the applicant and provide or arrange for the provision of a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.