Quality Assurance Technician

Craft Pattern and Mold•Montrose, MN

About The Position

The Quality Technician monitors and tests products, materials, and processes to ensure they comply with company standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines. They help identify defects, analyze issues, and support continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 2 years of work experience in quality, preferably in a machining environment
Experience with CMM operation and programming
Solid understanding of GD&T
Knowledge of the proper use of various equipment and inspection methods, including the use of FARO arm and laser scanning equipment
May require successful completion of specific education, training or certification.
Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy, precision and attention to detail
Accessing Customer Portals
Assisting with Calibration and Maintaining the Calibration Log
Manually lift and move product and materials up to 55 lbs. through regular physical exertion, including but not limited to reach forward, reach overhead, lift, carry, crouch and bend.
Power grip and wrist turn, including the use of hand tools and/or steering for truck.
Walk, sit or stand for up to 12 hours with intermittent breaks.
Push / pull 100lbs.
Work in a non-climate controlled environment, including hot and humid conditions.
Walk up and down steps
Climb ladders and stairs of varying height
Wear task-based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Protective Footwear; Hearing Protection
Protective Eyewear
Gloves
Additional PPE may as required by specific tasks

Responsibilities

Program and inspect parts using Polyworks CMM software
Assist Machinists with process and product improvements
Complete FAI documentation
Generate balloon prints, complete dimensional inspection reports, and compile inspection data for PPAP submission
Conduct routine quality testing of in-process or finished goods using various forms of measuring equipment, ensuring compliance with blueprints, company standards, and customer specifications
Collect samples and inspect first run parts
Verify dimensional accuracy of manufactured parts using numerous measuring devices, including CMM, micrometer, calipers, height gauges, dial indicator gauges, plug gauges, etc.
Read work instructions, blueprints and other specifications to obtain product information
Reject defective parts, and notify appropriate personnel when product fails to meet standards
Track, record and ensure all documentation is complete and accurate
Responsible for quality of work and to appropriately resolving unusual operating conditions
All other duties as assigned