Gage Engineer

The Gage Engineer supports the manufacturing operations and confirms that the functional gage designs are

consistent with the company standards. They assist and coordinate gage R&R studies and tracking and

certifying all gages used within the plant by working closely with all customer stakeholders related to quality

and gaging. The Gage Engineer also maintains a positive relationship with gage related vendors and service

providers. This person will also coordinate gage certification and approval and ensure plant personnel are

trained on gaging techniques and measurements.

Responsibilities:

• Tasks listed are not meant to be all-encompassing:
• Maintain usage and completeness of the plant Gage Trak or applicable database
• Identify possible improvements to existing gages
• Create reports to manage gage recertification
• Track the repair history of gages
• Track costs associated with premature failures of non-calibrated gages
• Make recommendations on increasing or decreasing the frequency of calibrations based on historical data
• Retrieve quotes for costs effectiveness of repairing gages
• Manage vendor relationships
• Assist the plant in trouble shooting any issues for the floor CMM’s
• Assist the Plant Maintenance group in the repair and troubleshooting of failing gages
• Attend all required cross-functional meetings
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers
• Report and document Non-Conformances, Corrective Actions, and Continuous Improvements
• Maintain safety and good housekeeping standards for the site
• Make decisions within the limits of general standards or procedures
• Report near misses and incidents and cooperate with investigations
• Demonstrate and exemplify the Shively Bros. Inc. Core Values
• Perform other duties assigned

Additional functions if Required by Site:

• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T specifications

• Perform gage program modifications
• Complete layered audits of floor gages on a monthly basis
• Efficiently repair most mechanical and electronic gages
• Participate in gage recall and certification tracking activities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work with little to no supervision
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills

Requirements:

• 4-year degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Experience in manufacturing in the automotive industry
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at a time
• Must be able to access, navigate, and work within a manufacturing facility that may or may not be temperature controlled

• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits on your 1st day of employment