Quality Intern (summer 2023)

Company: Lozier
Location: Middlebury
Posted on: January 24, 2023

Job Description:

Lozier Corporation is an industry leader in providing store fixtures to major retailers across the U.S. and around the world. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, Lozier began manufacturing fixtures in 1956, and originated the basics of today s shelving systems. Today, Lozier has over 4 million square feet of manufacturing and distribution space across facilities located in five states. We are committed to quality and service, building our business around integrity and respect, and investing in our people and communities.

We continue to invest in technology and people to ensure we remain competitive in the industry. That means opportunities for you to grow and develop as an employee and individual. Whether you have a clear idea of where you see yourself in your career or not, Lozier has a diverse range of departments with their own challenges and opportunities for growth to explore. You will find a welcoming and team-oriented environment where employees strive to not only help the company succeed but also help each other succeed, too.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Quality Intern is a detail oriented problem solver, facilitator, auditor, metrologist and technical resource. Responsible for performing these functions daily, and on issues as they are assigned (or arise), in assigned areas.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs measurements of Lozier product for use of statistical analysis to ensure process capability.
• May assist in the analysis of fit, form and function of parts by conducting capability studies to ensure process capability.
• Conducts daily audits of production processes to ensure proper inspection of products, and the correct inspection documentation by process operators.
• Assists other departments with any quality related questions, or issues, as needed.
• Able to review and interpret product drawings for production related questions, issues, and training for production employees as needed.
• Participates in Process, Part and System continuous improvement projects.
• Demonstrates good problem solving skills, with knowledge of PDCA type problem solving techniques beneficial.
• Reject any product not meeting inspection requirements, and communicate to all appropriate personal all details involved with reject transactions.
• Calibrates inspection gages using the appropriate measuring equipment, with completed documentation for each calibration.
• Able to coordinate with multiple departments and individuals on any Quality problems, such as rejected product.
• Demonstrates regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings, and completing assignments.
• Ability to work and interact well with others. JOB QUALIFICATIONS
  
  Education: College student of at least sophomore standing, Engineering, Safety, Quality or related field.
  
  Experience: None.
  
  Required Skills:
  • Ability to use measuring tools - calipers, micrometers, tape measure and various electronic meters
  • Intermediate communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Intermediate orgianization skills
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings/specifications Special Demands
    • Ability to bend, squat, reach and climb
    • Ability to navigate the manufacturing floor to work with process operators and monitor process performance
    • Ability to visually recognize color
    • Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for using gauges and measuring instruments
    • Ability to lift and push/pull up to 50 lbs. Lozier Corporation is an industry leader in providing store fixtures to major retailers across the U.S. and around the world. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, Lozier began manufacturing fixtures in 1956, and originated the basics of today s shelving systems. Today, Lozier has over 4 million square feet of manufacturing and distribution space across facilities located in five states. We are committed to quality and service, building our business around integrity and respect, and investing in our people and communities.
      
      We continue to invest in technology and people to ensure we remain competitive in the industry. That means opportunities for you to grow and develop as an employee and individual. Whether you have a clear idea of where you see yourself in your career or not, Lozier has a diverse range of departments with their own challenges and opportunities for growth to explore. You will find a welcoming and team-oriented environment where employees strive to not only help the company succeed but also help each other succeed, too.
      
      POSITION SUMMARY
      
      A Quality Intern is a detail oriented problem solver, facilitator, auditor, metrologist and technical resource. Responsible for performing these functions daily, and on issues as they are assigned (or arise), in assigned areas.
      
      ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
      • Performs measurements of Lozier product for use of statistical analysis to ensure process capability.
      • May assist in the analysis of fit, form and function of parts by conducting capability studies to ensure process capability.
      • Conducts daily audits of production processes to ensure proper inspection of products, and the correct inspection documentation by process operators.
      • Assists other departments with any quality related questions, or issues, as needed.
      • Able to review and interpret product drawings for production related questions, issues, and training for production employees as needed.
      • Participates in Process, Part and System continuous improvement projects.
      • Demonstrates good problem solving skills, with knowledge of PDCA type problem solving techniques beneficial.
      • Reject any product not meeting inspection requirements, and communicate to all appropriate personal all details involved with reject transactions.
      • Calibrates inspection gages using the appropriate measuring equipment, with completed documentation for each calibration.
      • Able to coordinate with multiple departments and individuals on any Quality problems, such as rejected product.
      • Demonstrates regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings, and completing assignments.
      • Ability to work and interact well with others. JOB QUALIFICATIONS
        
        Education: College student of at least sophomore standing, Engineering, Safety, Quality or related field.
        
        Experience: None.
        
        Required Skills:
        • Ability to use measuring tools - calipers, micrometers, tape measure and various electronic meters
        • Intermediate communication skills, both written and verbal
        • Intermediate orgianization skills
        • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings/specifications Special Demands
          • Ability to bend, squat, reach and climb
          • Ability to navigate the manufacturing floor to work with process operators and monitor process performance
          • Ability to visually recognize color
          • Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for using gauges and measuring instruments
          • Ability to lift and push/pull up to 50 lbs.

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