Teledyne Technologies

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Teledyne Hastings Instruments, a unit of the Environmental and Electronic Measurement Instruments Group of Teledyne Technologies, is a trusted manufacturer of a wide range of quality Vacuum Instruments and Gas Mass Flow Instruments. Our vacuum product line includes the original DV-4 and DV-6 thermocouple gauge tubes, along with other vacuum sensors used in combination with meters and controllers that cover a wide range of vacuum pressure from atmosphere to ultra-high vacuum. The gas mass flow line of meters and controllers cover a broad range of flow rates from 5 sccm to 15,000 slm that includes a variety of flexible options for outputs, calibration, and fittings. Located in Hampton, VA, Teledyne Hastings is a part of the fast growing Instrumentation segment of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) ISO 9001:2008.

For more information about our business unit and our products, please visit www.teledyne-hi.com.

Job Summary:

Performs product inspection and/or audits of quality assurance of limited complexity. Performs sampling and testing of incoming components and raw materials and packaging line and manufacturing inspections. Inspects and tests product manufactured or processed by suppliers to ensure conformance to requirements and specifications. Identifies material and processes as conforming or nonconforming. Writes simple reports of findings for review. Enters required data into system. Work is typically performed under close supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Analyze and interpret drawings, data, manuals, and other materials to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustment and certification methods, formulas, and measuring instruments required.
• Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications which may include mechanical, electrical, and/or chemical inspections
• Notify supervisors and other personnel of production problems and assist in identifying and correcting these problems.
• Discuss inspection results with those responsible for products and recommend necessary corrective actions.
• Will likely perform routine audits of various processes as needed.
• Will have metrology control duties
• Completing training for internal auditing is expected for the position
• Record inspection or test data, such as weights, temperatures, grades, or moisture content, and quantities inspected or graded.
• Mark items with details such as grade or acceptance-rejection status.
• Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
• As applicable, compare colors, shapes, textures, or grades of products or materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards.
• Write test or inspection reports describing results, recommendations, or needed repairs.
• Prepare first article reports and enter required data into computer
• Document inspection findings and complete rejection reports.
• Ensure raw materials, in-process and finished products meet company standards.
• May apply approval or rejection labels to bulk raw materials once analytical data is evaluated. 
• May assess draft and final label copy, utilizing knowledge of labeling regulations
• Minimize down time by reducing production rework and recalls.
• Follow established process/procedures for discarding or rejecting products, materials, or equipment not meeting specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

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

• Analytical - Collects and researches data;
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Oral/Written Communication – Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Records Data; Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork – Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
• Ethics – Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethically.
• Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization’s goals and values.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Approaches other in a tactful manner; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and material properly.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures including using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required and wearing company issued badge when on company property; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and material properly.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
• Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed.

Requirements:

Qualifications

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.

Education and/or Experience High School diploma or GED equivalent and some degree of vocational or technical training in environmental, health and safety preferred and/or equivalent combination of education and 0-2 years of experience in a directly related field.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with other employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Outlook; MS Excel and MS Word software.

Position may require one or more of the following (Site/CBU Specific):

Other Essential Duties

• Follows all import/export requirements, consulting with facility import/export personnel as required.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Basic Knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100 preferred
• Knowledge of specific software (design, analysis, ERP…) preferred

Site-specific requirements may apply:

U.S. Person for access to ITAR-Controlled Technical Data.

ITAR regulations dictate that information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be shared with US Persons unless authorization from the Department of State is received or a special exemption is used.

A "U.S. person" can be

A U.S. citizen; A permanent resident who does not work for a foreign company, a foreign government, or a foreign governmental agency/organization; A political asylee; A part of the U.S. government, or A corporation, business, organization, or group that is incorporated in the United States under U.S. law.

A foreign person is any person who is not a lawful permanent resident of the US and includes foreign governments and organizations.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

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