Location:

8162 S Priest Dr, Tempe, Arizona 85284 United States of America

Under the direction of the test lab manager, the Quality Control Inspector will perform routine first article inspections on assemblies, sub-assemblies, and piece parts for U-Haul trucks and trailers. This includes hand measurements, 3D scanning, hardness testing, and strength testing amongst other things. Detailed analysis of material certificates, engineering drawings, and other technical documents is required to ensure all parts submitted meet criteria. Test technicians will judge the quality of first articles and issue approval or rejection of each part.

Essential Duties:

• Use calipers, micrometers, tape measures, height gauges, thread gauges, optical comparators, Rockwell hardness testers, and other specialty measurement equipment to obtain accurate and consistent measurements

• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings with GD&T of assemblies, sub-assemblies, and piece parts to determine if a given part meets criteria

• Perform tensile, shear, and compression testing using an Instron universal testing machine, and interpret graphical results

• Ability to operate/learn to operate a 3D scanner with CMM probe when precision digital measurements are required

• Recognize different materials (steel, aluminum, plastics, wood etc.) and coatings (zinc, cadmium, anodization, paint, powder coat etc.)

• Read and interpret vendor provided documentation including spec sheets, PPAP certifications, material certifications, plating certifications, and dimensional/strength test reports

• Read, interpret, and perform tests according to IFI and ASTM standards

• Have exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail

• Use judgement and measured data to issue approval or rejection of each part

• Reasonable and predictable attendance is essential.

Prior Experience:

• 1-3 years required in a relevant field such as first article inspection, quality assurance or other lab/manufacturing settings

• High school diploma with additional training desired.

Skills Required:

• Must be able to operate a variety of tools and testing equipment.

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, schematics and test standards as they relate to specific test requirements.

• Must have basic mechanical skills related to vehicles, trailers and machinery.

• Knowledge of various manufacturing methods and processes and how they relate to given parts (welding, sheet metal bending/forming, riveting, painting, plating etc)

Tools:

Utilize equipment such as micrometers, calipers, gages, rivet gun, air and electric hand tools, fork lift, tensile testing machine, 3D scanner/CMM

U-Haul Offers:

• Full Medical coverage

• Prescription plans

• Dental & Vision Plans

• New indoor fitness gym

• Gym Reimbursement Program

• Registered Dietitian Program 

• Weight Watchers 

• Onsite medical clinic for you and your family

• Career stability

• Opportunities for advancement

• Valuable on-the-job training

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University®

• Business and travel insurance

• You Matter Employee Assistance Program

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days 

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Life insurance

• Critical Illness/Group Accident

• 24-hour physician available for kids

• MetLaw Legal program

• MetLife auto and home insurance

• Mindset App Program

• Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, and more

• LifeLock Identity Theft

• Savvy consumer wellness programs - from health care tips to financial wellness

• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program

• U-Haul Federal Credit Union

• Wellness Program

U-Haul Holding Company, and its family of companies including U-Haul International, Inc. (“U-Haul”), continually strives to create a culture of health and wellness. Consistent with applicable state law, U-Haul will not hire or re-hire individuals who use nicotine products. The states in which U-Haul will decline to hire nicotine users are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. U-Haul has observed this hiring practice since February 1, 2020 as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment for our team.

U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.