Quality Technician I

Mayville Engineering Co. Brand•Neillsville, WI

About The Position

Mayville Engineering Company (MEC) is seeking a Quality Technician I to support manufacturing quality through product inspections, testing, measurement, and accurate documentation. The role involves using inspection and measurement equipment, applying statistical process control procedures when applicable, identifying and reporting deviations, and helping the Quality team address potential issues. The technician reads engineering drawings and applicable standards to assess whether products meet specifications, supports calibration of tools and gauges, and contributes to material review, containment, and sorting activities as directed. The position works hands-on with Quality and manufacturing personnel to support consistent processes and dependable products. This role takes place in a manufacturing environment and may involve physical activity throughout an 8–12-hour shift, including standing and walking on concrete floors, moving materials, and bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling, reaching, pushing, and pulling. Work areas may have noise levels requiring hearing protection, and proper use of required protective equipment is important. MEC describes the role as an opportunity to contribute to product quality, develop inspection and manufacturing knowledge, collaborate with Quality and Production, and build a foundation for further growth in manufacturing and quality. Employment offers are subject to successful completion of pre-employment drug screening and physicals, consistent with applicable laws.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in manufacturing or engineering.
Familiarity with quality inspection tools and equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings related to metal manufacturing.
Basic mathematical skills and ability to evaluate inspection and testing results.
Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately record and communicate findings.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including ability to prepare reports and respond to questions.
Commitment to accuracy, teamwork, and maintaining high quality standards.
Ability to occasionally lift and frequently move materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Ability to perform physical activities such as pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling, and reaching as needed throughout an 8–12-hour shift.
Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors throughout an 8–12-hour shift.
Ability to work in areas where noise levels may require hearing protection and to use required protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Inspect products throughout the manufacturing process to verify they meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and established standards.
Use inspection tools and measurement equipment, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, optical comparators, and other specialized testing equipment.
Record test results and apply statistical process control procedures when applicable to monitor product and process performance.
Identify, document, and report deviations from established standards.
Support calibration of tools and gauges.
Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities, product containment, and sorting efforts as directed by the Quality team.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, diagrams, and applicable standards to determine whether products meet required specifications.
Maintain accurate inspection records, test data, and reports.
Work with the Quality team and manufacturing personnel to support consistent processes and dependable products.
Follow safety practices and properly use required protective equipment.