Overview

For over 130 years, A.W. Chesterton has been an innovator and a knowledge provider for our industrial partners around the globe. From our ground-breaking split seal technologies, to our cutting-edge packing and lubricant solutions, we are continually focused on new ways to bring solutions to our customers, while also celebrating our own rich history and our unique place in the sealing industry.

Our Operations professionals manage and support the creation of our world-class flow control products in a low-volume, high mix manufacturing environment. These folks are our manufacturing leaders - shop managers, purchasing professionals, production and demand planners, engineers, and quality professionals who value working with other top manufacturing professionals and helping solve complex production problems. In addition to a work environment that promotes learning and promote-from-within opportunities, we understand what matters to our production workers: competitive, market-drive pay, outstanding benefits, flexible work options (many jobs offer a four day workweek or a “980 work schedule), and a stable and dependable job place supported by over 130 years of being in business. If you are looking for a place to call home in your next manufacturing role, come and explore all that Chesterton has to offer!

BCBS Medical Coverage

Delta Dental

401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution

PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes

Flexible work schedules, including fully remote and hybrid work options for many jobs

Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance

HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs

Parental leave for moms and dads to be

A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!

Job Summary:

The Chesterton Quality Organization is seeking an energetic, self-motivated and detail oriented Quality Assurance Specialist. Duties and responsibilities across various product lines include:

• Implementation and execution of the Chesterton quality system requirements.
• Are responsible for support/resolution of customer claims using 5-why or 8D problem solving methodology.
• Evaluation of components using specific product and industry terminology.
• Will use a variety of tools, measuring equipment and Microsoft office programs.
• Compiles and reviews statistical data for trends in product condition repeatability.
• Create reports to support the product condition findings.
• The employee will interact with different functions throughout the organization

This Quality position will require the Specialist to utilize all of their knowledge, technical experience and continuous improvement techniques to drive favorable change in a production environment. This position works within the Quality organization, collaborate with other business areas and functions to improve the quality of our products, service and improve our brand image.

Job Model: On-Site

On-Site positions will require employees to work on-site for each of their scheduled shifts.

Responsibilities:

• Implementation and execution of the Chesterton Quality System (CQS) requirements.

• Responsible for support/resolution of customer claims using "5-Why" or 8D problem solving methodology.

• Evaluation of components, product and finished goods using specific product and industry terminology.

• Will use a variety of tools, measuring equipment and Microsoft office programs.

• Compiles and reviews statistical data for trends in product condition repeatability.

• Create reports to support the product condition findings.

• Interacts with different functions throughout the organization.

• Assist in internal and external audits.

• Assist in executing a range of assigned projects in support of divisional/product line/sales/ marketing and company objectives and plans. This includes occasional assignments to support New Product Development efforts in a cross-functional team environment.

Complexity of Duties:

• Works with limited supervision.

• Makes decisions based upon sound judgment.

• Interacts effectively with senior management, across organizations, and internal and external customers in various organizations.

• Moderate involvement in solving technical and/or engineering problems.

• Moderate level of decision-making responsibilities.

Essential Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong product knowledge and understanding of how equipment operates.

• Ability to work with machinery and measurement tools.

• Ability to conduct analysis and analyze technical data.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work with multiple chemicals while using personnel protective equipment.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

• Computer literacy.

• Must be able to multi-task.

• Ability to learn and implement new skills quickly.

Education and/or Experience:

• Associates degree preferred.

• Four plus years related experience in a manufacturing/quality environment.

• Four plus years’ experience with rotating equipment desired.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Strong math, writing, analytical and computer skills to ensure effective and accurate condition reports.

• Mechanical aptitude.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to work in an uncomfortable environment, varying temperatures and highly noisy environment.

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.

The employee will be able to sit, stand and bend with arms and legs. The employee should have close and distant vision corrected or non-corrected. The employee will be required to wear safety glasses, steel toed shoes and rubber gloves. The employee should be able to use a respirator for short time periods. The employee should be able to lift 50 lbs. The employee may be required to wear hearing protection.

Disclaimer:

A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and the respective medical surveillance requirements.

Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D

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