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LISI AEROSPACE is ranked 60th in the global aerospace value chain and specializes in the design and manufacture of high-tech metal components to enhance aircraft safety and performance. Active since 1950 in the fastener market (no. 3 worldwide), LISI AEROSPACE has been a recognized player in metal components for aircraft engines and airframes since 2011.  With its dedication to industrial excellence, LISI AEROSPACE aims to become a leader in costs, quality, deadlines and workplace safety. This mindset is represented at every level of our company and by all of our team members. At LISI AEROSPACE, we focus above all on advancement and flexibility. Every employee is empowered and has the latitude they need to carry out their assignments and develop their skills. We provide this mobility and training through our Corporate University, the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI). As a result, our company is growing fast and always welcoming new talents.

SUMMARY

 

The Quality Trainee reviews, evaluates and ensures compliance of parts shipped to quality standards and customer requirements.  Completes test reports for shipments, evaluates quality records for adequacy and acceptance.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation for disabilities may be made for one or more of the following

 

Inspection Tasks:

 

• Inspects semi-finished components including, but not limited to, bolt blank stock, washers, internally and externally threaded fasteners, and raw material for conformance to customer specifications and production/manufacturing drawings.
• Inspects precision machined components and sub-assemblies for conformance to predetermined mechanical standards, specifications and tolerances according to the company’s quality procedures, production drawings, and industry standards.
• Final inspection of close tolerance fasteners by the company’s internal procedures and customer requirements
• Able to use precision measuring equipment and perform detailed dimensional inspections as required.
• Reads and comprehends blueprints
  
  

Lab Technician Tasks:

 

• Performs and assists in the physical and metallurgical tests on in-process and final production parts. Performs tasks associated with the movement of materials, supplies, and finished goods to designated areas throughout the facility.
• Performs preparation techniques of Metallurgical mounts such as grinding, cutting, polishing and etching.
• Assists in the preparation of in-process tests on setup parts from various manufacturing operations. 
• Verify calibration on all test equipment is current prior to use.
• Reports any safety violation, test equipment misusage and/or improperly performed work to Supervisor.
• Verifies and ensures all jobs and materials have accurate information on the identification tags and the correct documentation has been completed
• Move parts and materials to and from factories and departments as indicated on material documentation
• Delivers part samples to quality lab for inspection and evaluation when required

 

 

 

Gage Room (Metrology Dept) Tasks:

 

• GageTrak System (CAL01/CAL02) – Create, maintain, and issue all gages used by production through the GageTrak System
• Control of Gage Room (CAL03) – monitor daily temperature and humidity requirements in gage room
• Trulok Setup (CAL04) – Use spreadsheet to find correct offset and insert
• Calibration (CAL05 - CAL18) – Calibration of various gages performed in house. Responsible to calibrate the gage, update the entry in the tracking system, and update calibration sticker. Example gages: micrometer, caliper, tri-rolls, broach gages, etc.
• Test Bolt Inventory Management (CAL19) – Control test bolt inventory in the gage room used by operators and technicians. Issue test bolts and request additional test bolts as needed from stock.

 

Safety/ Compliance:

 

• Adheres and implements all company HSE policies, procedures, and practices.
• All employees are responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures.
• All employees are responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times.
• All employees are required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.
• Continually seek opportunities to improve our HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results.
• Implements and suggests waste elimination initiatives specifically related to the function and department such as recycling opportunities and elimination of paper waste.
• Other duties assigned.

 

Ways of Working, Experience, and Behaviors:

 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses experience to complement data; understands the workflows and procedures.
• Technical Skills – Technical skills in Quality Assurance and manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly and inspection equipment; Good understanding of Geometric tolerance per ANSI Y145; Proficient in the use of Calipers, Micrometers, Height gages, ring gages, pin gages, go and no-go pin gages, optical comparator and microscopes; Reads and understands blueprints
• Oral and Written Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquires regardless of the situation; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Places success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of team members.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities of self; Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities:  

This position has no supervisory duties.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS SKILLS AND ABILITIES

 

Education and/or Experience  

 

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
• 0-1 year of clerical/administrative experience, preferably in a lab, manufacturing or warehouse environment.

 

Computer Skills

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic mainframe computer systems and familiar with Spreadsheet and Word Processing software; Database systems

 

Mathematical Skills   

 

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) Ability to perform these operations using units and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

 

Reasoning Ability   

 

Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIROMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY

 

Physical Demands

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time. The employee is required to speak or listen and requires eye-hand coordination, repetitive hand and arm movement and manual dexterity use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must regularly bend, reach to shoulder level and lift, carrying, pushing and/or pulling up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Hearing level within normal/average range.

 

Work Environment

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

 

Safety and Environmental

 

The responsibilities of the position include compliance with company and governmental safety, environmental and hazardous materials regulations and procedures. Employee will be required to wear personal safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, or proper footwear PPE in specified areas.

 

Participate in the development and promotion of the HSE culture

Be exemplary in terms of health, safety and the environment, in particular by:

     - Respecting and ensuring respect for the instructions and rules established in the field of health, safety and the environment (in particular the LISI golden rules)

     - Immediately correcting, whenever possible, or reporting to his or her superiors and/or the HSE department, any malfunction or risky situation in the fields of health, safety and environmental protection

     - Implementing preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks

Participate, upon request, in analyses (of risks, incidents) and HSE working groups related to his/her professional scope

Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work

Be familiar with the site's HSE policy and objectives

To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact

LISI is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.