Job Description:

• 1) Inspects and tests leaf-springs for conformance to specifications: Verifies curvature of leaf, using template.

• 2) Tests leaf in load tester by inserting springs into apparatus equipped with gauge that registers amount of leaf distortion to determine if springs meet load requirements.

• 3) Discards defective leaves.

• 4) Tends machine that bombards steel shot against leaf spring and measures indentations in leaf, using curvature gauge.

• 5) Records test results for quality control purposes.

• 6) Observes spring assembly operations to ensure parts are assembled according to specifications.

• 7) Discusses with supervisor changes in machine setup or assembly operations to improve product or simplify operations.

• 8) Stops machine to inspect and test faulty productions and changes or aligns dies, using machinist's tools.