Cell Leader - Quality Inspector III 

LOCATION: Westminster / Maryland (US-MD), United States | BRAND: Knorr Brake Company | REQUISITION ID: 8471 | JOB GRADE:13  | ON-SITE/REMOTE: On-site 

Knorr Brake Company is the innovative leader in the manufacture and supply of braking systems, passenger doors and climate-control equipment for all types of Mass Transit customers such as: METRO, Light Rail Vehicles, High-Speed Trains, Commuter Rail and Monorail Vehicles for the North America market. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today at www.KnorrBrake.com!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections on incoming goods and products. The Cell/Team Leader position acts as a coach and technical advisor to the work cell/work area team. This role leads the work flow within the assigned cell/location. This position has supervisory responsibilities as it relates to workflow. This role is not responsible for management of personnel.  All personnel issues or concerns are to be communicated to the Production Supervisor or Operations Manager for further handling.

Essential Functions

• Supports Quality Engineering for all inspection and data collection activities to support FAI (First Article Inspection), customer source inspections and Rail Services inspection as directed.  
• Reports non-conformances and discusses corrective action with team members.  
• Determines whether product is acceptable or rejected, initiates rejection notices, and maintains accurate written records of the inspections performed, including the results. 
• Recognizes conditions outside their specific areas of inspection which require action and refers the items to the responsible manager. 
• Verify and document all appraisal activities both on paper form as well as utilizing computer software such as Word, Excel, and the SAP system.  
• Accurate and timely completion of customer documentation is necessary.  
• Proper selection and use of precision measuring tools and equipment is required.  
• Assist in audits such as IRIS, ISO, and KPS of the receiving inspection area. 
• Work with warehouse inspection team to insure smooth flow of material through the inspection area. 
• Maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment and ensure the compliance with company's rules and policies.
• Must be able to comply with quality, product safety, and HSE rules, guidelines and regulations. Be energy conscious, if applicable.
• Must understand and comply with applicable standards. ( i.e.: ISO 9001, ISO/TS 22163, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, and CMMI).
• Maintain and safeguard business records

Technical Competencies

• Working knowledge of Geometric Tolerancing
• Blue Print Reading
• Thorough Understanding of Measurement Techniques & Tools
• Ability to read and understand complex instructions
• CMM Measurement/Programming experience 
• Pneumatic / hydraulic/HVAC assembly experience
• This position requires thorough knowledge of inspection techniques, methods and tools to verify a variety of parts.  

In addition to position responsibilities, cell/team leader may:

• Contribute to planning and effective resource allocation in the production or work group. 
• Plan own work steps in cooperation with other team members, providing direction and job assignment to team members that utilizes each to the best of their abilities. 
• Monitor availability of parts, tools and machines needed to complete product in the relevant sequential steps according to the overall assembly or work processes. 
• Contributes to plan, execution, and analysis of the results of test routines and procedures, often in a complex environment.  
• Assists, analyzes, and/or acts in resolving routine manufacturing related problems affecting daily operations.  Promptly report any topics from assigned area which inhibit performance, especially if expectations may not be met, to management.
• Train and mentor personnel as requested or needed. 
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations, quality requirements, manufacturing processes and standards for all work performed.  Notify the Production Supervisor or Segment Leader of safety concerns, product deficiencies, or design problems.

Core Competencies 

 1. Efficiency (timely completion of tasks)

• Plans, prioritizes, and completes tasks in an appropriate manner
• Performs tasks efficiently and effectively and meets deadlines
• Works towards achieving targets
• Open to new, efficient ways of working and seeks ways to improve them
• Punctual 

2. Quality (consistently delivering products and services in compliance with expectations and standards, diligently executing tasks while keeping promises and dealing with difficulties and disruptions)

• Works very diligently
• Delivers appropriate work results / attention to detail
• Communicates issues and defects
• Contributes to high-quality results

3. Methodology (means the ability to analyze situations, make decisions within scope of the job, act cost-consciously, recognizes the effect of their performance within the company, demonstrate commitment to customers and services, work in a safe manner, work independently)

• Obtains information necessary to perform tasks
• Carefully looks at information from various sources before making decisions
• Participates in reducing costs (LEAN methodology)
• Acts in the interest of internal and external customers / communicates appropriately 
• Abides by all safety rules, policies and guidelines

4. Commitment (ability to perform varying tasks, adapts and takes ownership to rapidly changing working conditions, as well as personal attitude towards works, diligence and motivations)

• Able to adapt quickly to new tasks and working conditions
• Shows dedication and willingness to contribute to the company’s success
• Motivated and works diligently 
• Embraces responsibility and accountability 

5. Teamwork (successful cooperation with others in the execution of joint tasks, sharing of information, respectful to others and inclusive attitude)

• Behaves cooperatively and respectfully
• Promotes collaborative work environment

6.  Self-starter

7. Computer literate

• Computer proficiency 
• Internal Audit experience 
• ASQ Certification
• Experience working in a matrix organization

8. Good reasoning skills are required as well as knowledge of Knorr/Merak/IFE documentation and specifications.  Working in strict compliance to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 18001 and IRIS is mandatory.

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience

3-5 Years Relevant Experience

Work Environment

Sitting, standing, walking, crouching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, etc.

Maximum lifting/carrying: 50 lbs.

The base pay range is $31.35 - $36.85 USD per hour.  The company reasonably expects to pay within that range, however, Knorr Brake Company considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Please note: At this time,  we are not able to offer immigration sponsorship for new hires. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship.

What does Knorr Brake Company have to offer you?

- Competitive Health Benefits, including Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision and Virtual visits
- Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Company-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Voluntary life, Disability and other Supplemental coverages
- Identity Theft and Legal Protection benefits
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Generous 401(k) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free corporate passes to the Baltimore Zoo and Aquarium
- Free gym membership
- Additional discounts include cellular, auto, theme park & attraction tickets, local restaurants, bank partnerships, etc.
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid “KBC Cares” Volunteer Time Off
- 12 company-paid holidays (includes full week between Christmas and New Year’s)
- Monthly employee welfare events and corporate outreach (Crab Feast, Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day, Chili Cook-Off, etc.)

Knorr Brake Company LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.