AGS Automotive Systems is a full-service automotive supplier specializing in the manufacture and supply of complex high value-add automotive metal components, including in particular front and rear impact assemblies, principally for pick-ups and the heavy truck market. AGS offers full range of in-house capabilities including design and engineering, high tonnage metal stamping, light weighting solutions, innovative multi-material joining, high performance coatings including chrome plating and automated manufacturing processes.

AGS is committed to delivering high quality, high value products to our customers, who include several of North America's largest automakers. For over 70 years AGS has stood behind our belief in quality, technology, and teamwork.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The CMM Quality Technician is responsible for programming and running a Coordinate Measuring Machine, Faro Arm and/or other inspection equipment to be used. In addition, the CMM Quality Technician will ensure quality controls are in place during shift, working side by side with production supervisors to react to any concerns.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Execute detailed inspection control plans and part/assembly layouts utilizing GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) to assure parts meet design specifications. Measure parts using hand gages (micrometers, calipers, height stands, protractors, etc). Based upon measurement results, prepare detailed layout reports that will provide engineering, supplier, assembly, and fabrications shops the data required to make the necessary process adjustments.
• Responsible for programming simple, complex, prismatic, and non-prismatic parts into Coordinate Measuring Machines and Faro Type Inspection equipment.
• Performs advanced inspection and analysis of results with regards to fabricated, assembled parts and weldments using a wide range of gages tools and equipment. Capable of determining inspection set-up of complicated parts.
• Use 3D inspection software, Microsoft Excel, and other general computer software.
• Executes unit and process inspection and evaluation as directed by Quality Engineer / Manager.
• Assist Production in training and implementation of all quality standards throughout the plant.
• Provides statistical and graphical analysis of data.
• Plans and performs work accurately and in a cost-efficient manner.

• Work with Program Managers (internal and external) on adjustments required to product or tooling based on CMM
• Maintains appropriate documentation to meet company QMS requirements.
• Perform to an established methods and standards; meeting or exceeding the departments quality and productivity goals. Job performance will be strongly measured in these areas. Individual is responsible for initiation of communication to Quality Engineer / Manager in these areas as well as when quality results are below standards or management expectations.
• Ensure Quality Alert, and Corrective Action procedures are adhered to by the team as issues / complaints are processed.
• Ensure all First Offs and other quality inspections are properly done by production
• Work with supervisor to ensure Non-Conforming material is contained.
• Work with limited supervision.
• Communicate well with others and work in a manner to support a team environment.
• Perform to company 5S standard.
• Ability to work overtime as required and ability to be on call in as required.
• Responsible for maintaining communication to appropriate management and support personnel concerning safety, quality, and any issues as they arise.
• Performs other duties within the scope of job assignment as assigned by Team Leader, Quality Engineer or Manager.
• Must perform duties in compliance with all safety rules and regulations required by the Company, Local, State and Federal provisions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and blueprint reading is preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Proficient with MS Office and Statistical Software. (DataPage, Minitab, or similar).
• Must have the ability to read product drawings, Bills of Materials, GD&T and free-hand sketch concepts & ideas.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Basic algebra and trigonometry skills are preferred.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to act as technical resource for departmental inspection, receiving inspection, in process auditing, and final inspection.
• Moderate computer and statistical analysis skills preferred.

EDUCATION:

• Associate or Technical Degree or engineering support experience in automotive preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Quality Assurance or related area.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in the use of GD&T.
• Must be an accomplished CMM/FARO Arm programmer with 2-3 years of programming experience (simple, complex, prismatic and non-prismatic parts).

Accessibility: AGS Automotive Systems is proud to support the full inclusion of persons with disabilities as set out in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. At AGS we are committed to ensuring the workplace is free from discrimination. Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request by contacting AGS Human Resources at HR@agsautomotive.com .