Reference #: 24402 Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter Technology's high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter Technology's wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. Carpenter's Latrobe Specialty Metals operations, based in Latrobe, PA., was acquired by Carpenter Technology in 2012 and manufactures high-performance specialty alloys serving aerospace, energy and other demanding markets.

QUALITY SPECIALIST

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE QUALITY SPECIALIST Recommends improvements in process and product Quality at Carpenter to increase First Time Through (FTT). Provides support in the establishment of Critical to Quality measures (CTQ), Key Process Characteristics (KCC), Key Control Characteristics (KCC), control plans and FMEA. Increase customer satisfaction by reducing claims, remakes, scrap and deviations from standard work. Identify and recommend improvements in critical work center Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Effectively detect and solve standard quality issues to prevent recurrence using appropriate quality strategies, tools, and techniques with assistance of higher-level Quality Specialists. Stabilize processes and implement statistical process controls (SPC) to establish and maintain process capability using statistical methods. Apply inspection, measurement and sampling methods and participates in method improvements. (MSA) Participates as an active team member in developing robust processes as part of the New Product Introduction (NPI). Effectively manage and provide support to ISO 17025 Quality Management System. Actively participate and provide support to Nadcap process/procedures and recommend improvements to the labs processes. Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

REQUIRED FOR THE QUALITY SPECIALIST Highschool diploma required. Four-year degree preferred. 2 - 4 years of relevant experience Practical understanding of engineering principles, standards, methods, and practices. Practical understanding of Quality management systems. Practical understanding of Nadcap requirements. Practical understanding on mechanical testing Ability to analyze data. Knowledge of discipline problem-solving methods. Ability to participate in or facilitate cross-functional teams to resolve white space issues. Problem solving skills include check sheet, Pareto diagram, cause-and-effect diagram, graphs, control charts, histogram and scatter diagram. Ability to apply continuous improvement methods, such as Practical Problem Solving (PPS), Six Sigma, Lean principles and Error Proofing as team participant or facilitator. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions. Ability to perform independent work on straightforward assignments with coaching by higher level engineer, supervisor or manager on more complex assignments. Ability to work in a production environment. Ability to operate a computer workstation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Basic project management skills

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation's policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative a tion for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.

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