Quality Technician

At Penn. Engineering, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. You can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and belonging are shared values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every employee that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth.

Find your future with us. Penn. Engineering is seeking a Quality Technician for our Danboro PA team to conduct inspections, performance testing, metallurgical processing and/or other evaluations in support of the commercial, engineering and manufacturing operations. Clear communication and interaction with engineering, manufacturing, quality, commercial/customer service and suppliers is necessary.

Industries supported include; automotive, aerospace, medical, electronic and industrial. Join us as we build the future in Manufacturing and Engineering!

PERKS AND BENEFITS

Medical & Employer Paid: Dental and Vision Parental Leave 401k and Employer Match Paid time off and holidays Tuition reimbursement Paid On the Job Training Performance incentive bonuses Community Volunteering Talent Referral Bonus Program Employee Centric Culture WHAT YOU WILL DO: Responsibilities will include Mechanical, Metallographic activities or a combination of both, to meet corporate product and process development needs Usage of laboratory equipment to perform the following: Perform measurement techniques (i.

e., dimensional, gaging, solderability, hardness, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Gauge Reuse & Repeatability (GR&R) Measurement System Analysis (MSA), etc.) Mechanical/performance testing: Prepare test panels (measuring thickness and/or hardness), and brackets as required. Includes punching, drilling, and reaming mounting holes.

Performance testing consists primarily of compression, tensile and torque tests which include but are not limited to push-out, pull-thru, pull-out, torque-thru and torque-out. Metallographic techniques include sample mounting, sectioning, grinding and polishing, micro-hardness, photographing, material etching, and microscopic examination.

Communicates and works effectively with members from all areas throughout the corporation. Provides technical assistance when necessary or called upon. Acts as the group resource for technical assistance by making recommendations, assisting with equipment set-up or use, and offering advice on testing results or criteria.

Technical understanding of various installation and testing methods including PEM® Fastener Test Specifications (FTS), Military Specifications, and ASTM Specifications and follow evaluation methods, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), drawings and related instructions. Maintain a very high level of quality through all activities with the ability to multi-task and handle interruptions with minimal impact on productivity.

Participates in team meetings and works well with team members. Prioritizes workload with team members. Actively participates in continuous improvement activities to assist team in meeting goals related to quality, cost, delivery, safety and morale (QCDSM). Other duties as required.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

High school diploma. Degree within an engineering science and/or other technology fields is preferred. Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus. Inspection and testing experience. Good communication, organization, accuracy and math skills. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Visual acuity for detailed work and must be able to stand through an 8 hour shift.

Must be able to maneuver and move bins, baskets and other containers on skids multiple times a day. Must be able to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist and waist to floor multiple times a day. Must be able to work in an ambient, well-ventilated and/or air-conditioned shop environment. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Belonging (DEB) endeavors to create a safe space for all employees and customers, regardless of age, race, sex, gender identity, national origin, or religion.

We lift up voices and opinions by creating a respectful work environment where difference is valued, and we are doing our part to build towards a greater society where diverse points of view are celebrated.