The posting
Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.
As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.
About the job
As an integral member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of quality. As a Quality Technician, you will oversee and monitor the inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to ensure adherence to established company quality standards, ASME code, and customer requirements. Your contributions will be vital to the success and growth of our organization.
This is an onsite position in Indianapolis, IN.
As a part of the team, you will:
- Follow all safety policies - leads by example, and confronts unsafe behavior proactively
- Assess the production area for quality and product integrity by performing evaluations and tests according to ASME, customer ITP, regulatory, and company standards
- Identify any products that do not meet required specifications. Analyze test results to determine reasons for failure and determine root cause.
- Check that all equipment used for Quality Assurance meets specifications. Verify that all equipment is properly calibrated.
- Help and instruct Leads in production, following established procedures set by the company and regulatory agencies/authorities.
- Monitor and audit manufacturing activities for conformance to company standards and regulatory policies.
- Places inventory on hold if it is suspected to be non-conforming and notifies Quality Manager.
- Reviews record documentation for completeness, securing corrections or justifications when deficiencies are found.
- Working knowledge in PT, Hardness readings, MT, Visual Inspection
- Understanding of WPS, PQR, WPQ and AWS – D1.1
- Working knowledge of ASME (U1a form), National Board (NBIC).
- Inspect welding activities
- Review test reports, post weld heat treat charts, and defect records
- Assist with internal and external audits for ASME compliance
- Perform receiving inspection for product identification, material requirements and MTR’s
- Document test results
- Prepare Non-Conformity Reports when a problem is detected in the production process
- Comply with all company policies and procedures
- Knowledge of internal instrumentation such as chart recorders and hydro gauges
- Assists with other tasks as needed.
What you know:
You have a High school diploma or GED required; college or technical school degree preferred, and:
- 3+ years’ experience in heat exchanger manufacturing quality control environment or a combination of education and experience required.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Clear communication
- Stakeholder engagement - possessing excellent interpersonal skills
- Deadline driven with a sense of urgency and customer focus
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Ability to prioritize situations and tasks by importance
- Respond to rapidly changing priorities and deal with multiple demands
- Basic computer skills - Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Excel, Word and PowerPoint, etc.)
Physical Requirements: (lifting, climbing, standing, equipment and/or motor vehicle use):
- Job requires walking 60% of workday
- Must be able to lift 45 pounds occasionally
Environmental Factors: (hazardous materials, work location, work surfaces, exposure):
- Shop Floor: Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions
- Shop Floor: Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration.
- Shop Floor: The noise level in the work environment is often loud.
- Shop Floor: Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Steel toe boots, safety glasses, and ear plugs)
At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently, we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right. The hourly wage for this role is $25.00/hour.
Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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