What are the responsibilities and job description for the DC Electric Tooling & Fastening Systems Technician position at Stoughton?
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the procurement, validation, and maintenance of DC electric tooling Testing Equipment, and other hand-held fastening systems to support Stoughton Trailers Critical Road Safey CRS) program.
- Develop strategies for acceptable process capability of torque and fastening operations using DC electric tools and equipment.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, and maintenance teams to optimize tool performance and improve process capability.
- Support the procurement of new Fastening equipment/tooling and perform validation (run-off) at vendor site as required.
- Perform equipment and scanner programming and basic troubleshooting.
- Work collaboratively with IT on CRS interactive portal and its integration with DC Tools and their software.
- Perform audits, calibration management, and data analysis to ensure accuracy and consistency in fastening and assembly operations.
- Lead investigations and root cause analysis related to DC tooling and fastening equipment performance issues.
- Monitor and analyze production data to identify trends, deviations, and opportunities for improvement.
- Support new product launches by validating torque specifications, fastening strategies, and quality plans.
- Maintain documentation related to torque specifications, tool parameters, quality inspection records, and audit results.
- Provide training and guidance to production and maintenance staff on proper torque techniques and tool usage.
- Ensure compliance with Stoughton Trailers Critical Road Safety program.
Required Qualifications:
- Two (2) year AS Degree desired (prefer BS in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or similar).
- 3 years of experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience with DC electric tools (e.g., Atlas Copco, Cleco, Stanley, Bosch, etc.) and torque systems.
- Experience in ABS Testing Systems preferred.
- Knowledge of torque theory, fastening techniques, and tool calibration principles.
- Experience in problem solving and root cause analysis.
- Statistical Process Control experience desired.
- Familiarity with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab) and quality management systems (QMS).
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in automotive, aerospace, or other precision assembly environments.
- Knowledge of PLCs or automation related to tool control and data collection.