Quality Technician I

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform the following types of testing; Foam core density, Compressive Strength, Cold box, k-factor

• Attribute testing for aesthetics

• Inputting data into the quality assurance database/SAP and SAPI system

• Warehouse Unit Inspection

• Understanding how to write up and use of T3P's

• Housekeeping of Plant inside and out

• Assist in training of new team members

• Perform calibration of testing equipment

• Perform product dimension measurements with tape measure and caliper

• Transport product using forklift

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

• Knowledge of manufacturing/processing specifications and quality standards for products.

• Knowledge of the operation of product test equipment.

• Knowledge of safety aspects of all equipment as well as the plant's general safety policies.

• Understanding the impact of sending incorrect/defective product.

• Ability to use a computer and send emails

• Ability to speak, read, and write in English

• Forklift (preferred)

Competencies:

• Safety

• Strives to be as safe as possible day-to-day. Encourages others to prioritize safety over production.

• Teamwork

• Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.

• Managing Change

• Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.

• Continuous Improvement

• Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.

• Customer Focus

• Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers. Always has the customer's needs top of mind.

• Continuous Learning

• Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas. Open to both giving and receiving feedback.

• Drive for Results

• Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with actions. Seeks to align goals with attainment of organizational strategy. Has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

• Experience with driving a forklift (preferred)

• Previous experience with Quality Testing (preferred)

Equipment Used:

• Measurement equipment as outlined in the Carlisle quality assurance manual

• Various tools (measurement gauges including calipers, tape measures and scales, thermal conductivity machine, various thickness measurement device and freezer temperature probe)

• Required PPE

• Office equipment (computer, phone, kiosk)

• Computer systems (SAPI, SAP, MS programs)

• Various saws (Band saw, chop saw, etc.)

Working Conditions:

• Activities occur inside an insulation manufacturing facility. Job includes but are not limited to exposure to the following.

• Exposure to both very high and very low ambient temperatures

• dust, use of chemicals, working with mechanical parts, pinch points

• Noise of industrial machinery

• Walking and standing for long periods of time

• Typically 40 hour per week with overtime as required

• 3 shifts Monday-Friday with weekends as required

• Fast paced 24/7 operation

Travel Requirement

Possible occasional overnight travel for training purposes

Physical Requirements:

NEVER

OCCASIONALLY

FREQUENTLY

CONTINUOUSLY

(0-30%)

(31-60%)

(61-100%)

LIFTING OR CARRYING

• 1-10 LBS
• 11-20 LBS
• 21-40 LBS
• 41-50 LBS

X

• 51 OR MORE LBS

X

PUSHING OR PULLING:

• 1-40 LBS

X

• 41-50 LBS

X

• 51 OR MORE LBS

X

BENDING OR STOOPING

X

REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL

X

DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES

X

OPERATE MACHINERY OR POWER TOOLS

X

CLIMBING (LADDERS, STAIRS, ETC.)

X

WALKING

X

HEIGHTS (BOOM LIFTS, ROOFS, ETC.)

X

STANDING

X

SITTING

X

WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES

X

REPETATIVE MOTION INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: (WRISTS, HANDS AND/OR FINGERS)

X

VISION - Clarification needed

X

HEARING - Clarification needed

X

DEXTERITY - Clarification needed

X

HAND EYE COORDINATION

X

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used:

• Safety glasses, composite toe shoes, dust mask occasionally, safety gloves, hearing protection

3rd shift working hours from 8:30 pm to 5 am, Monday - Friday.

Job Summary

Tasks include testing of finished product during and after production and warehouse inspection. Knowledge of manufacturing/processing specifications, product testing equipment, and calibration of equipment. Other skills include the ability to read close tolerance gauges, meters and tape measures.