Quality Technician (2nd shift)

Metal Craft Machine & Engineering•Elk River, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

METAL CRAFT, a precision machining company in Elk River, Minnesota, is seeking an experienced Quality Technician. The company provides custom precision manufacturing and innovative services to medical, aviation, space, defense, and emerging high-tech industries. The role ensures materials and finished goods conform to company and customer standards by inspecting incoming materials, in-process work, and final products. The technician performs first-piece setup and First Article Inspections in accordance with established inspection plans. The position works Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., with overtime as needed. It is non-exempt and hourly, with base pay plus a 15% shift differential. The role is benefits-eligible. METAL CRAFT describes its workplace as safe and clean and emphasizes stability, challenging work, employee growth, and a culture focused on quality, service, excellence, and innovation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of quality assurance experience; the posting specifies a minimum range of 2–5 years.
Intermediate knowledge of standard inspection equipment and basic hand tools, including calipers, micrometers, steel rules, pin gages, go-no-go gages, CMM, and vision equipment.
Intermediate knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings and specifications, sampling techniques, and safety information.
Good familiarity with ISO 13485, AS 9100, FDA Quality System Regulations, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Intermediate problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to think independently.
Record of good performance in meeting quality, quantity, and dependability standards, including attendance and punctuality.
Good listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to collaborate and work well with others.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Attention to detail for maintaining accurate records and files.
Initiative as a self-starter, including suggesting ideas, providing input to improve job efficiency, and organizing work to complete tasks on time.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the employer is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Quality Assurance or a related manufacturing field.

Responsibilities

Conduct receiving, in-process, final inspections, and first-piece setup using appropriate measuring tools and equipment to verify dimensional and functional requirements.
Visually examine products according to customer specifications and company workmanship standards.
Prepare formal documented First Article Inspection (FAI) reports for internal and external customers.
Prepare, maintain, and review inspection reports.
Perform containment activities to prevent potential or additional quality defects.
Assist in developing in-process control charts to monitor and improve performance.
Provide internal and external audit support as requested.
Support engineering functions with data collection, product review, and other requested tasks.
Communicate effectively with supply chain, manufacturing, engineering, quality engineering, customer service, and production planning.
Participate in lean activities as required.
Conduct oneself, and ensure any applicable subordinates conduct themselves, consistently with the company mission, values, code of ethics, policies, and other standards of conduct.
Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.