Quality Tech-1

Trane Italia • Grand Rapids, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. The work is On-Site (5 days). This role involves conducting quality assurance inspections and using findings to improve production processes and standards. You will investigate quality issues, identify root causes, initiate corrective actions, and verify resolution. You will participate in Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving activities. You will collaborate with Engineering and Production to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and develop repair/rework instructions. You will maintain accurate documentation of non-conforming materials, defects, and inspection results. You will escalate relevant defects to Quality Engineering and/or Supplier Quality. You will create quality alerts and execute containment activities as needed. You will perform inspections of raw materials, in‑process components, and final assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications. You will ensure proper calibration, validation, and safe operation of inspection equipment. You will conduct internal audits of departments and workstations, identifying opportunities for process improvement. You will support metric reporting using the Quality Management System and Manufacturing Execution System. You will demonstrate a thorough understanding of technical components and processes involved in chiller assembly. You will perform first‑piece, in‑process, and final inspections on parts and assemblies. You will support the development and maintenance of Control Plans and quality system documentation. You will assist with training and coaching on quality processes, standards, and tools. You will compile weekly and monthly reports as required. You will lead problem-solving initiatives to improve quality, safety, and Takt attainment. You will analyze data to reduce defects, rework, and external failures, and to improve customer satisfaction. You will ensure quality and process requirements are clearly understood and consistently followed. You will partner with Engineering and Operations to establish capable, effective quality plans and processes. You will collect, report, and communicate quality metrics and issues. You will conduct process audits and support implementation of improvements. You will support the Quality Management System by delivering compliant products and meeting quality objectives. You will read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and requirements. You will use precision measurement tools, instruments, and electrical testing equipment (e.g., voltmeters). You will participate in MDI meetings and follow Standard Work and Escalation Plans. You will perform other duties as assigned. This role is part of the Quality team supporting Manufacturing and Engineering at our Grand Rapids, MI facility. We are committed to strong values, culture, and engagement. We are dedicated to delivering excellent service to internal customers. This is a collaborative environment focused on strong cross-functional relationships. The role reports to Quality Engineering and works closely with Operations and Quality team members.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in electrical and mechanical systems testing or repair.
• Two years of college/technical school, four years of related experience, or equivalent combination.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools (MDI, Kaizen, 5S, etc.).
• Proficiency with quality inspection methods and processes.
• Flexibility with work schedule.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and assembly operations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Skilled in blueprint reading and knowledgeable in GD&T.
• Basic understanding of compressor-related components and critical features.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a technical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality assurance inspections and use findings to improve production processes and standards.
• Investigate quality issues, identify root causes, initiate corrective actions, and verify resolution.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis and structured problem-solving activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues and develop repair/rework instructions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of non-conforming materials, defects, and inspection results.
• Escalate relevant defects to Quality Engineering and/or Supplier Quality.
• Create quality alerts and execute containment activities as needed.
• Perform inspections of raw materials, in‑process components, and final assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Ensure proper calibration, validation, and safe operation of inspection equipment.
• Conduct internal audits of departments and workstations, identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Support metric reporting using the Quality Management System and Manufacturing Execution System.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of technical components and processes involved in chiller assembly.
• Perform first‑piece, in‑process, and final inspections on parts and assemblies.
• Support development and maintenance of Control Plans and quality system documentation.
• Assist with training and coaching on quality processes, standards, and tools.
• Compile weekly and monthly reports as required.
• Lead problem-solving initiatives to improve quality, safety, and Takt attainment.
• Analyze data to reduce defects, rework, and external failures, and to improve customer satisfaction.
• Ensure quality and process requirements are clearly understood and consistently followed.
• Partner with Engineering and Operations to establish capable, effective quality plans and processes.
• Collect, report, and communicate quality metrics and issues.
• Conduct process audits and support implementation of improvements.
• Support the Quality Management System by delivering compliant products and meeting quality objectives.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and requirements.
• Use precision measurement tools, instruments, and electrical testing equipment (e.g., voltmeters).
• Participate in MDI meetings and follow Standard Work and Escalation Plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Holistic wellness programs with generous incentives
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• 15 vacation days
• 9 paid holidays
• 3 floating holidays
• Sick leave
• Additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs
• Tuition assistance
• Student debt support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED