Quality Technician
About The Position
General ThermoDynamics, an API Heat Transfer Company, is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Technician for its Germantown, Wisconsin operations. The company manufactures heat exchangers for demanding industrial applications. The technician works directly with production and assembly teams to verify product quality throughout manufacturing and help ensure products meet engineering, quality, safety, and customer standards. The role includes inspecting heat exchanger components and assemblies at incoming, in-process, and final stages; checking fabricated, welded, brazed, and assembled parts; documenting inspection results and nonconformances; supporting investigations and corrective actions; and contributing to audits and continuous improvement. The position is full-time and offers competitive pay based on experience, benefits, paid time off, and career growth opportunities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of manufacturing, inspection, quality, assembly, machining, fabrication, or related industrial experience.
- Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work effectively with production teams and leadership.
Nice To Haves
- Previous quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with welding, fabrication, assembly, brazing, HVAC, pressure vessels, or industrial equipment manufacturing.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems.
- Experience using precision measuring instruments.
- ASQ Quality Technician certification or related quality training.
Responsibilities
- Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of heat exchanger components and assemblies.
- Review products for compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Inspect fabricated, welded, brazed, and assembled components for quality and workmanship.
- Use inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and measuring tools.
- Identify, document, and help resolve nonconforming materials or processes.
- Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
- Support root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
- Assist production teams in resolving quality concerns.
- Verify completion of required quality checks before shipment.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve product quality.
- Support internal audits and quality system requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Career growth opportunities
- Supportive, team-oriented manufacturing environment
- Opportunity to contribute to products used throughout critical industries
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
