Tool and Gauge Inspector at Hartzell Propeller in Piqua, OH

Description

 Hartzell Propeller LLC.

Hartzell Propeller is a world class engineering and manufacturing company offering the broadest range of propeller systems in the aviation industry. We design, develop, test, manufacture, and support constant-speed aluminum and composite propeller systems for all categories of aircraft, ranging from general aviation to military applications.

The company traces its history to 1914, where a relationship between Orville Wright and Robert Hartzell led to the manufacture of the first Hartzell propeller in 1917. The company was founded on the principle of "Built on Honor" – a clear and abiding value in our business.

We are a team that prides ourselves on a culture that supports shared values of empowerment, accountability, drive, integrity, and respect. Our team shares a deep commitment to safety, collaboration, and a love for all things aviation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional growth including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, 401(K) plans with employer match, company provided Growth Participation Units (GPU) and so much more.  Our GPU benefit is unique to the industry and encourages all employees to think like owners and receive future financial reward for contributions to business growth.  Join our team to be part of a culture that encourages growth and development and celebrates our success.

  Key Responsibilities

1. Investigate and lead activities for the next generation of calibration technology

2. Develop, implement & facilitate process improvements that keep Hartzell at the forefront of efficiency

3. Locate, clean, inspect and calibrate gauges to ensure compliance with quality standards & specifications

4.  Coordinate and maintain schedules for third-party calibration services to ensure all equipment remains current and certified

5.  Prepare, document, and send gauges and equipment for outside calibration and track their status through completion

6.  Maintain and update the calibration schedule and related records to support audit readiness and regulatory compliance

Examples of Typical Job Activities

1. Verifies accuracy of gauges and measuring instruments, such as dial indicators, fixed gauges, height gauges, and electrical and functional gauges, using master gauges or master parts.
2. Examines gauges or measuring instruments for wear or adjustment and ensures repair is completed. 
3. Verifies dimensions of gauges against  blue print specifications, using gauge blocks, micrometer, height gauge, sine bar and optical comparator.
4. Reassembles gauges and adjusts stops and levels to specified settings.
5. Inspects accuracy and enters into calibration system new gauges and instruments before they are released for production use.
6. Maintains gauge calibration program records 
7. Writes purchase orders for new or replace instruments.
8. Writes purchase orders to obtain vendors for repairs or calibration not done at the Company.
9. Communicates with co-workers and manage  to receive instructions and coordinate activities.

Requirements

 Required Experience:

High School Diploma or GED required;  Gauge calibration & Inspection experience is required

Required Technical Skills 

1. Must be able to effectively use close tolerance gauges
2. Perform gauge calibrations according to written procedures, drawings, or standards
3. Write and/or revise procedures for calibration of gauges
4. Use GageTrak system for calibration records, standards, measurements and procedures
5. Provide support  to process operators to help resolve non-conformance issues as they relate to metrology
6. Train operators and inspectors on the use of gauges and gauging standards on the shop floor
7. Communicate with team members and management when “out of tolerance” conditions exist
8. Learns the Quality System, Quality Manual, and AS9100 requirements
9. Problem Solving  and Troubleshooting Skills

Required Behavioral Competencies 

1. Adaptability – Maintains  effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
2. Applied Learning – Assimilates and applies new job-related information in a timely manner
3. Contributes to Team Success – Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
4. Initiates Action – Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; is proactive
5. Manages Work – Effectively  manages one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
6. Quality Orientation - Accomplishes tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; shows concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checks processes and tasks;  is watchful over a period of time

Hartzell Propeller has a pre-employment and random Federal Drug & Alcohol Testing requirement and tests for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines and phencyclidine in addition to alcohol.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability/E-Verify